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Page 1: Rider S Manual K 1200 S 2008

K40_Titel.fm Seite 9 Dienstag, 1. August 2006 1:14 13

BMW Motorrad

The Ultimate RidingMachine

Rider's ManualK1200 S

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Motorcycle data/dealership details

Motorcycle data

Model

Vehicle identification number

Colour code

Date of first registration

Registration number

Dealership details

Person to contact in Service department

Ms/Mr

Phone number

Dealership address/phone number (com-pany stamp)

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Details described or illustratedin this booklet may differ fromthe motorcycle's actual specifica-tion as purchased, the accessor-ies fitted or the national-marketspecification. No claims will beentertained as a result of suchdiscrepancies.Dimensions, weights, fuel con-sumption and performance dataare quoted to the customary tol-erances.The right to modify designs,equipment and accessories isreserved.Errors and omissions excepted.

© 2007 BMW MotorradNot to be reproduced eitherwholly or in part without writtenpermission from BMW Motorrad,After Sales.Printed in Germany.

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The most important data for a filling-station stop can be found in the following chart:

FuelRecommended fuel grade 98 ROZ/RON, Premium plus un-

leaded95 ROZ/RON, Premium unleaded(fuel grade, usable with power-and consumption-related restric-tions)

Usable fuel capacity 19 l

Reserve fuel ≥4 l

Tyre pressureTyre pressure, front 2.5 bar, one-up, tyre cold

2.5 bar, two-up and/or with lug-gage, tyre cold

Tyre pressure, rear 2.9 bar, one-up, tyre cold2.9 bar, two-up and/or with lug-gage, tyre cold

BMW recommends

Order No. 01 41 7 712 08107.2007, 5th edition

*01417712081**01417712081**01417712081*

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Welcome to BMW

We congratulate you on yourchoice of a motorcycle fromBMW and welcome you to thecommunity of BMW riders.Familiarise yourself with your newmotorcycle so that you can ride itsafely and confidently in all trafficsituations.Please read this Rider's Manualcarefully before starting to useyour new BMW motorcycle. Itcontains important information onhow to operate the controls andhow to make the best possibleuse of all your BMW's technicalfeatures.In addition, it contains informationon maintenance and care to helpyou maintain your motorcycle'sreliability and safety, as well as itsvalue.If you have questions concerningyour motorcycle, your authorised

BMW Motorrad dealer will gladlyprovide advice and assistance.

We hope that you will enjoy rid-ing your BMW and that all yourjourneys will be pleasant andsafe.

BMW Motorrad.

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Table of Contents

You can also consult the index atthe end of this Rider's Manual ifyou want to find a particular topicor item of information.1 General instructions . . . . . 5Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Abbreviations and symbols . . . . 6Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Currency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

2 General views . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9General view, left side . . . . . . . . 11General view, right side . . . . . . 13Underneath the seat . . . . . . . . . 14Handlebar fitting, left . . . . . . . . . 15Handlebar fitting, right . . . . . . . . 16Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

3 Status indicators . . . . . . . 19Standard statusindicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Status indicators with on-board computerOE . . . . . . . . . . . 21Status indicators withtyre-pressure monitoring(RDC)OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Standard warnings . . . . . . . . . . . 22Warnings issued by the on-board computerOE . . . . . . . . . . . 27ABS warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29ASC warningsOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31RDC warningsOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Anti-theft alarmwarningsOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

4 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Ignition switch and steeringlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42Electronic immobiliser . . . . . . . . 43Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Odometer and tripmeters . . . . 45On-board computerOE . . . . . . . 47

Tyre pressure monitoringRDCOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53Hazard warning flashers . . . . . . 53Emergency off switch (killswitch) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54Grip heatingOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55Automatic Stability ControlASCOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59Electronic Suspension Ad-justment ESAOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63Helmet holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65Luggage loops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

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5 Riding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . 68Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74Parking your motorcycle . . . . . 75Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

6 Engineering details . . . . . 79Brake system with BMW Mo-torrad Integral ABS . . . . . . . . . . . 80Electronic engine manage-ment with BMW MotorradASCOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82Tyre pressure monitoringRDCOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

7 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87General instructions . . . . . . . . . . 88Power socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88Luggage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89CaseOA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90Breakdown assistancekitOA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

8 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . 95General instructions . . . . . . . . . . 96Toolkit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97Brake system, general . . . . . . . . 99Brake pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104Rims . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105Front-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . 113Rear-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . 114Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115Jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

9 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132Washing motorcycle . . . . . . . . 132Cleaning easily damagedcomponents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133Protective wax coating . . . . . 134Laying up motorcycle . . . . . . 134

Restoring motorcycle touse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134

10 Technical data . . . . . . . 135Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . 136Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . . 137Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . 141Running gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142Wheels and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . 142Electrics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146Riding specifications . . . . . . . 147

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11 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149BMW Motorrad service . . . . . 150BMW Motorrad servicequality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150BMW Motorrad ServiceCard: on-the-spot break-down assistance . . . . . . . . . . . 150BMW Motorrad service net-work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . 151Confirmation of mainten-ance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152Confirmation of service . . . . . 157

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General instructions

General instructions

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Abbreviations and symbols . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Currency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

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OverviewChapter 2 of this Rider's Manu-al will provide you with an initialoverview of your motorcycle. Allmaintenance and repair work onthe motorcycle is documented inChapter 11. This record of themaintenance work you have hadperformed on your motorcycle isa precondition for generous treat-ment of goodwill claims.When the time comes to sellyour BMW, please rememberto hand over this Rider's Manu-al; it is an important part of themotorcycle.

Abbreviations andsymbols

Indicates warnings that youmust comply with for reas-

ons of your safety and the safetyof others, and to protect yourmotorcycle against damage.

Specific instructions onhow to operate, control, ad-

just or look after items of equip-ment on the motorcycle.

Indicates the end of anitem of information.

Instruction.

Result of an activity.

Reference to a page withmore detailed informa-tion.

Indicates the end of apassage relating to spe-cific accessories or itemsof equipment.

Tightening torque.

Item of technical data.

OE Optional extraThe motorcycles are as-sembled complete withall the BMW optional ex-tras originally ordered.

OA Optional accessoryYou can obtain option-al accessories throughyour authorised BMWMotorrad dealer; optionalaccessories have to beretrofitted to the motor-cycle.

EWS Electronic immobiliser(Elektronische Wegfahr-sicherung).

DWA Anti-theft alarm (Diebs-tahlwarnanlage)

ABS Anti-lock brake system

ASC Automatic Stability Con-trol.

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ESA Electronic SuspensionAdjustmentElectronic SuspensionAdjustment.

RDC Tyre pressure control(ReifenDruck-Control)

EquipmentWhen you ordered your BMWmotorcycle, you chose variousitems of custom equipment. ThisRider's Manual describes option-al extras (OE) offered by BMWand selected optional accessor-ies (OA). This explains why themanual may also contain de-scriptions of equipment whichyou have not ordered. Pleasenote, too, that your motorcyclemight not be exactly as illus-trated in this manual on accountof country-specific differences.If your BMW was supplied withequipment not described inthis Rider's Manual, you will

find these features described inseparate manuals.

Technical dataAll dimensions, weights andpower ratings stated in theRider's Manual are quoted to thestandards and comply with thetolerance requirements of theDeutsche Institut für Normunge.V. Versions for individualcountries may differ.

CurrencyThe high safety and qualitystandards of BMW motorcyclesare maintained by constantdevelopment work on designs,equipment and accessories.Because of this, your motorcyclemay differ from the informationsupplied in the Rider's Manual.Nor can BMW Motorrad entirelyrule out errors and omissions.We hope you will appreciate thatno claims can be entertained on

the basis of the data, illustrationsor descriptions in this manual. 1

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General views

General views

General view, left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

General view, right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Underneath the seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Handlebar fitting, left . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Handlebar fitting, right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Instrument cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

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General view, left side1 Adjuster for headlight beam

throw (underneath the in-strument cluster) ( 63)

2 Clutch-fluid reservoir( 103)

3 Adjuster for spring preload,rear ( 58)

4 Seat lock (underneath therear light) ( 63)

5 Adjuster for damping char-acteristic, rear suspension( 59)

6 Power socket ( 88)

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General view, right side1 Engine oil level indicator

( 97)2 Fuel filler neck ( 77)3 Battery compartment

( 128)4 Brake-fluid reservoir, front

( 100)5 Type plate (on rear cross-

tube)6 Vehicle identification num-

ber (on side panel, frontright)

7 Brake-fluid reservoir, rear( 102)

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Underneath the seat1 Helmet holder ( 65)2 Toolkit ( 96)3 Engine-oil filler neck

( 98)

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Handlebar fitting, left1 Operating the odometer

( 45), Operating the on-board computerOE ( 47)

2 Operating ASCOE ( 55)3 Operating the ESAOE

( 59)4 Horn5 Flashing turn indicators,

left ( 53), Hazard warn-ing flashers ( 53)

6 High-beam headlight andheadlight flasher ( 52)

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Handlebar fitting, right1 Emergency off switch (kill

switch) ( 54)2 Starter button ( 70)3 Grip heatingOE ( 55)4 Flashing turn indicators,

right ( 53), Hazard warn-ing flashers ( 53)

5 Cancel button, flashing turnindicators ( 53), Pushbut-ton, cancel hazard warningflashers ( 54)

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Instrument cluster1 Rev. counter2 Speedometer3 Telltale lights ( 20)4 Multifunction display

( 20)5 Telltale light, anti-theft alarm

(OE) and sensor for instru-ment lighting

6 Select readings ( 45)Reset the tripmeter ( 46)Set the clock ( 44)

The instrument-clusterlighting has automatic day

and night switchover.

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Headlight1 High-beam headlight2 Low-beam headlight3 Side light

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Status indicators

Status indicators

Standard status indicators . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Status indicators with on-board com-puterOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Status indicators with tyre-pressuremonitoring (RDC)OE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Standard warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Warnings issued by the on-boardcomputerOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

ABS warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

ASC warningsOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

RDC warningsOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Anti-theft alarm warningsOE . . . . . . . . . 38

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Standard statusindicatorsMultifunction display

1 Clock ( 44)2 Gear ( 20)3 Coolant temperature

( 20)4 Odometer and tripmeters

( 45)5 Fuel capacity ( 20)

Telltale lights

1 Flashing turn indicators, left2 High-beam headlight3 Idle4 Flashing turn indicators,

right

Fuel capacityThe horizontal bars belowthe fuel-pump symbol in-

dicate the remaining quantity offuel.When the fuel in the tank istopped up the gauge brieflyshows the original level, beforethe reading is updated.

GearThe gear engaged or Nfor neutral appears on the

display.

If no gear is engaged, the'neutral' telltale light also

lights up.

Coolant temperatureThe horizontal bars belowthe temperature symbol

indicate the coolant temperature.

Service-due indicator

If the next service is due in lessthan one month, the date for the

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next service is shown briefly afterthe Pre-Ride Check completes.Month and year are both shownas two-digit numbers with a lineas separator, so in this examplethe next service is due in March2007.

If the motorcycle covers long dis-tances in the course of the year,under certain circumstances itmight be necessary to have itserviced at a date in advanceof the forecast due date. If thecountdown distance to the odo-meter reading at which a servicewill be due is less than 1000 km,

the distance is counted down insteps of 100 km and is shownbriefly after the Pre-Ride Checkcompletes.

If service is overdue, the date orthe odometer reading is accom-panied by the 'General' warninglight showing yellow. The word"Service" remains permanentlyvisible.

If the service-due indicat-or appears more than a

month in advance of the actualdue date or if the word "Service"does not show permanently eventhough a service is overdue, thedate stored in memory in the in-strument cluster is incorrect andmust be set. This situation canoccur if the battery was discon-nected for a prolonged period oftime.If you want to have the date setconsult a specialist workshop,

preferably an authorised BMWMotorrad dealer.

Status indicators withon-board computer OE

1 Status-indicator panel ofthe on-board computerOE( 47)

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Status indicatorswith tyre-pressuremonitoring (RDC)OE

1 Tyre pressures alternatewith the clock; if the motor-cycle is fitted with an on-board computer tyre pres-sures displayed as an ad-ditional set of readings bythe on-board computer.OE( 51)

Standard warningsMode of presentation

Warnings are indicated by the'General' warning light 1 show-ing in combination with a warningword, for example 2 or in com-bination with one of the warningsymbols 3. The 'General' warn-ing light shows red or yellow, de-pending on the urgency of thewarning. If two or more warn-ings occur at the same time, allthe appropriate warning lightsand warning symbols appear, al-ternating with warning words asapplicable.

The possible warnings are listedon the next page.3

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Warnings, overviewMeaning

Lights up yellow EWS ! appears onthe display.

Electronic immobiliser active ( 24)

Lights up yellow FUEL ! appearson the display.

Fuel down to reserve ( 24)

Lights up red Temperature read-ing flashes

Coolant temperature too high ( 24)

Lights up yellow Appears on the dis-play

Engine in emergency-operation mode( 24)

Flashes red Appears on the dis-play

Insufficient engine oil pressure ( 25)

Lights up red Appears on the dis-play

Insufficient battery charge current( 25)

Lights up yellow LAMPR ! appearson the display.

Rear light bulb defective ( 26)

LAMPF ! appearson the display.

Front light bulb defective ( 26)

Lights up yellow LAMPS ! appearson the display.

Bulbs defective ( 26)

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Electronic immobiliser activeGeneral warning light showsyellow.

EWS ! appears on the display.The key being used is not au-thorised for starting, or commu-nication between key and engineelectronics is disrupted.Remove all other vehicle keysfrom the same ring as the igni-tion key.Use the reserve key.Have the defective key re-placed, preferably by an au-thorised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Fuel down to reserveGeneral warning light showsyellow.

FUEL ! appears on the display.

Lack of fuel can result inthe engine misfiring and

cutting out unexpectedly. Mis-firing can damage the catalyticconverter; a hazardous situation

can result if the engine cuts outunexpectedly.Do not run the fuel tank dry.

The fuel tank contains no morethan the reserve quantity of fuel.

Reserve fuel

≥4 lRefuelling ( 77)

Coolant temperature too highGeneral warning light showsred.

The temperature readingflashes.

Continuing to ride when theengine is overheated could

result in engine damage.You must comply with the in-structions below.

The coolant temperature is toohigh.If possible, ride in the part-loadrange to cool down the engine.In traffic jams, switch off theengine, but leave the ignitionswitched on so that the radiat-or fan continues to operate.If the coolant temperature isfrequently too high, have thefault rectified as soon as pos-sible by a specialist workshop,preferably an authorised BMWMotorrad dealer.

Engine in emergency-operation mode

General warning light showsyellow.

Engine symbol appears onthe display.

The engine is running inemergency operating mode.

Engine power might be reducedand this can cause hazardous

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situations, particularly if you at-tempt to overtake other roadusers.Engine power level might belower than normal: adapt yourstyle of riding accordingly.

The engine control unit has dia-gnosed a fault. In exceptionalcases, the engine stops and re-fuses to start. Otherwise, the en-gine runs in emergency operatingmode.You can continue to ride, butbear in mind that the usual en-gine power might not be avail-able.Have the fault rectified asquickly as possible by aspecialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

Insufficient engine oilpressure

General warning lightflashes red.

Oil-can symbol appears onthe display.

The oil pressure in the lube-oilsystem is too low. Stop immedi-ately and switch off the engine ifthe warning light shows.

The insufficient oil pres-sure warning does not fulfil

the function of an oil gauge. Theonly way of checking whether theoil level is correct is to check theoil level indicator.

A low oil level is one reason whya warning indicating insufficientoil pressure is issued.Check the engine oil level( 97)

If the oil level is too low:Top up the engine oil ( 98)

If the engine oil level is correct:

Riding when engine-oilpressure is low can result

in engine damage.Do not continue your journey.

Have the fault rectified asquickly as possible by aspecialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

Insufficient battery chargecurrent

General warning light showsred.

Battery symbol appears onthe display.

A discharged battery cancause the engine to die

suddenly, and this could result ina dangerous situation in traffic.Have faults rectified as soon aspossible.

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If the battery is not char-ging, continuing to ride can

cause it to discharge completely,in which case it will suffer irrepar-able damage.If possible, do not continue yourjourney.

Battery is not being charged.You can continue to ride untilthe battery is discharged. Bearin mind, however, that the en-gine could cut out suddenlyand that the battery could dis-charge until completely flat,in which case it might havesuffered irreparable damage.Have the fault rectified asquickly as possible by aspecialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

Rear light bulb defectiveGeneral warning light showsyellow.

LAMPR ! appears on the dis-play.

A defective bulb placesyour safety at risk because

it is easier for other users tooversee the motorcycle.Replace defective bulbs assoon as possible; always carry acomplete set of spare bulbs ifpossible.

Rear light or brake light bulb de-fective.Replacing brake light and rearlight bulb ( 120)

Front light bulb defectiveLAMPF ! appears on the dis-play.

A defective bulb placesyour safety at risk because

it is easier for other users tooversee the motorcycle.Replace defective bulbs assoon as possible; always carry a

complete set of spare bulbs ifpossible.

Low-beam headlight, high-beamheadlight, side-light or turn-indic-ator bulb defective.Replacing low-beam headlightbulb ( 116)Replacing high-beam headlightbulb ( 118)Replacing parking-light bulb( 119)Replacing front turn indicatorbulbs ( 122)Replacing rear turn indicatorbulbs ( 123)

Bulbs defectiveGeneral warning light showsyellow.

LAMPS ! appears on the dis-play.

A defective bulb placesyour safety at risk because

it is easier for other users tooversee the motorcycle.

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Replace defective bulbs assoon as possible; always carry acomplete set of spare bulbs ifpossible.

A combination of the bulb de-fects described above has oc-curred.See the fault descriptionsabove.

Warnings issued by theon-board computer OE

Mode of presentation

Warnings issued by the on-boardcomputer appear in panel 1.The possible warnings are listedon the next page.

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Warnings, overviewMeaning

Appears on the dis-play

Engine-oil level too low ( 29)

Check Oil ap-pears on the dis-play.

Appears on the dis-play

Ice warning ( 29)

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Engine-oil level too lowOil-level symbol appears onthe display.

Check Oil appears on thedisplay.The electronic oil-level sensorhas registered an excessively lowoil level.Checking the oil sight glass isthe only way of ascertaining theexact engine-oil level. The nexttime you stop for fuel:Check the engine oil level( 97)

If the oil level is too low:Top up the engine oil ( 98)

The oil sensor might be defectiveif the "Check oil level" messageappears even though a check ofthe oil sight glass shows that theoil level is correct.Seek the advice of a specialistworkshop, preferably an author-ised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Ice warningIce-crystal symbol appearson the display.

The air temperature measuredat the motorcycle is lower than3 °C.

The ice warning does notmean that there is no risk

of black ice forming at measuredtemperatures above 3 °C.Always take extra care and thinkwell ahead when temperaturesare low; remember that thedanger of black ice is particularlyhigh on bridges and where theroad is in the shade.

Ride carefully and think wellahead.

ABS warningsMode of presentation

ABS warnings are indicated byABS warning light 1.The way in which the ABS warn-ing light indicates status can dif-fer in some countries.

Possible national variant.

The detailed descriptions relatingto BMW Motorrad Integral ABSstart on page ( 80), and youwill find an overview listing thepossible warnings on the nextpage.

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Warnings, overviewMeaning

Flashes ABS self-diagnosis not completed( 31)

Lights up ABS fault ( 31)

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ABS self-diagnosis notcompleted

ABS warning light flashes.

The ABS function is notavailable, because self-diagnosis did not complete. Themotorcycle has to move forwarda few metres for the wheelsensors to be tested.Pull away slowly. Bear in mindthat the ABS function is notavailable until self-diagnosis hascompleted.

ABS faultABS warning light shows.

The ABS control unit has detec-ted a fault. The ABS function isnot available.You can continue to ride themotorcycle, but make due pro-vision for the fact that the ABSfunction is not available. Bear

in mind the more detailed in-formation on situations that canlead to an ABS fault ( 81).Have the fault rectified asquickly as possible by aspecialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

ASC warnings OE

Mode of presentation

ASC warnings are indicated by acombination of the ASC warningsymbol 2 and 'General' warninglight 1.

The detailed descriptions relatingto BMW Motorrad ASC start onpage ( 82), and you will findan overview listing the possiblewarnings on the next page.

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Warnings, overviewMeaning

Quick-flashes yel-low

Appears on the dis-play

ASC intervention ( 33)

Slow-flashes Self-diagnosis not completed ( 33)

Appears on the dis-play

ASC switched off ( 33)

Lights up yellow Appears on the dis-play

ASC fault ( 33)

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ASC interventionGeneral warning light quick-flashes yellow.

ASC symbol appears onthe display.

The ASC has detected a degreeof instability at the rear wheeland has intervened to reducetorque. The warning light flashesfor longer than ASC interventionlasts. This affords the rider visualfeedback on control interventioneven after the critical situationhas been dealt with.

Self-diagnosis not completedASC symbol flashes.

Self-diagnosis did not complete,so the ASC function is not avail-able. The engine must be run-ning and the motorcycle mustreach a speed of at least 5 km/hin order for ASC self-diagnosis tocomplete.

Pull away slowly. Bear in mindthat the ASC function is notavailable until self-diagnosis hascompleted.

ASC switched offASC symbol appears onthe display.

The rider has switched off theASC system.with OE Automatic StabilityControl (ASC):Activate the ASC function( 56)

ASC faultGeneral warning light showsyellow.

ASC symbol appears onthe display.

The ASC control unit has detec-ted a fault. The ASC function isnot available.You can continue to ride. Bearin mind that the ASC function

is not available. Bear in mindthe more detailed informationon situations that can lead toan ASC fault ( 83).Have the fault rectified asquickly as possible by aspecialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

RDC warnings OE

Mode of presentation

Warning symbol 2 indicates acritical tyre pressure, and the cor-responding reading for the front

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tyre pressure 3 or the rear tyrepressure 4 flashes.If the critical value is close to thelimit of the permissible tolerancerange, 'General' warning light 1shows yellow. If the tyre pres-sure registered by the sensor isoutside the permissible tolerancerange, the 'General' warning lightflashes red.The detailed descriptions relatingto BMW Motorrad RDC start onpage ( 84), and you will findan overview listing the possiblewarnings on the next page.

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Warnings, overviewMeaning

Lights up yellow Tyre pressure close to limit of permittedtolerance ( 36)

the critical tyrepressure flashes.

Flashes red Tyre pressure outside permitted toler-ance ( 36)

the critical tyrepressure flashes.

"--" or "-- --"appears on the dis-play

Signal transmission disrupted ( 36)

Lights up yellow Sensor defective or system error( 37)

"--" or "-- --"appears on the dis-play

Lights up yellow RDC! appears onthe display.

Battery of tyre-pressure sensor weak( 37)

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Tyre pressure close to limitof permitted tolerance

General warning light showsyellow.

Tyre symbol appears onthe display.

The critical tyre pressure flashes.Measured tyre pressure is closeto the limit of permitted toler-ance.Correct the tyre pressure asstated on the inside cover ofthe Rider's Manual.

The tyre-pressures listedon the inside cover are

temperature-compensated; thereference tyre temperature forthese readings is always 20 °C.The procedure for correcting tyrepressures when the tyres are notat this reference temperature isas follows:Calculate the difference betweenthe specified value stated in theRider's Manual and the reading

shown by the RDC system. Usethe public air line at a petrol sta-tion or motorway service area toadjust the tyre pressure by thisamount.

Tyre pressure outsidepermitted tolerance

General warning lightflashes red.

Tyre symbol appears onthe display.

The critical tyre pressure flashes.Measured tyre pressure is out-side permitted tolerance.Check the tyre for damage andto ascertain whether the mo-torcycle can be ridden with thetyre in its present condition.

If the motorcycle can be riddenwith the tyre in its present condi-tion:

Incorrect tyre pressures im-pair the motorcycle's hand-

ling characteristics.

If tyre pressure is incorrect it isessential to adapt your style ofriding accordingly.

Correct the tyre pressure at theearliest possible opportunity.Have the tyre checked fordamage by a specialistworkshop, preferably anauthorised BMW Motorraddealer.

If you are unsure whether themotorcycle can be ridden withthe tyre in its present condition:Do not continue your journey.Notify the breakdown service.Have the tyre checked fordamage by a specialistworkshop, preferably anauthorised BMW Motorraddealer.

Signal transmissiondisrupted"--" or "-- --" appears onthe display.

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The motorcycle has not yet ac-celerated past the threshold ofapproximately 30 km/h. TheRDC sensors do not start trans-mitting signals until the motor-cycle reaches a speed above thisthreshold ( 84).Increase speed above thisthreshold and observe the RDCreadings. Assume that a per-manent fault has not occurredunless the 'General' warninglight comes on to accompanythe symptoms. Under thesecircumstances:Have the fault rectified by aspecialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

Wireless communication with theRDC sensors has been disrupted.Possible causes include radio-communication systems operat-ing in the vicinity and interfering

with the link between the RDCcontrol unit and the sensors.Move to another location andobserve the RDC readings. As-sume that a permanent faulthas not occurred unless the'General' warning light comeson to accompany the symp-toms. Under these circum-stances:Have the fault rectified by aspecialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

Sensor defective or systemerror

General warning light showsyellow.

Tyre symbol appears onthe display.

"--" or "-- --" appears onthe display.

Motorcycle is fitted with wheelsnot equipped with RDC sensors.Fit wheels and tyres equippedwith RDC sensors.

One or two RDC sensors havefailed.Have the fault rectified by aspecialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

A system error has occurred.Have the fault rectified by aspecialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

Battery of tyre-pressuresensor weak

General warning light showsyellow.

RDC! appears on the display.

This error message appearsonly briefly after the pre-

ride check completes.

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The integral battery in the tyre-pressure sensor has lost a sig-nificant proportion of its originalcapacity. There is no assuranceof how long the tyre pressurecontrol system can remain opera-tional.Seek the advice of a specialistworkshop, preferably an author-ised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Anti-theft alarmwarnings OE

Mode of presentation

Anti-theft alarm warnings appearas plain-text warnings 2 in com-bination with the 'General' warn-ing light 1 showing after the Pre-Ride Check and relate to the ca-pacity of the internal battery thatsupplies power to the anti-theftalarm.The possible warnings are listedon the next page.

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Warnings, overviewMeaning

DWALO ! appearson the display.

Anti-theft alarm battery weak ( 40)

Lights up yellow DWA ! appears onthe display.

Anti-theft alarm battery flat ( 40)

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Anti-theft alarm battery weakDWALO ! appears on the dis-play.

This error message appearsonly briefly after the pre-

ride check completes.

The integral battery in the anti-theft alarm has lost a significantproportion of its original capa-city. There is no assurance ofhow long the anti-theft alarm canremain operational if the motor-cycle's battery is disconnected.Seek the advice of a specialistworkshop, preferably an author-ised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Anti-theft alarm battery flatGeneral warning light showsyellow.

DWA ! appears on the display.

This error message appearsonly briefly after the pre-

ride check completes.

The integral battery in the anti-theft alarm has lost its entire ori-ginal capacity. There is no assur-ance that the anti-theft alarm willbe operational if the motorcycle'sbattery is disconnected.Seek the advice of a specialistworkshop, preferably an author-ised BMW Motorrad dealer.

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Operation

Operation

Ignition switch and steering lock . . . . . 42

Electronic immobiliser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Odometer and tripmeters . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

On-board computerOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Tyre pressure monitoringRDCOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Turn indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Hazard warning flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Emergency off switch (kill switch) . . . . 54

Grip heatingOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Automatic Stability ControlASCOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Spring preload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Damping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Electronic Suspension AdjustmentESAOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Headlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Helmet holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Luggage loops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

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Ignition switch andsteering lockKeysYou receive one master key andone spare key. Please consultthe information on the electronicimmobiliser (EWS) if a key is lostor mislaid ( 43).Ignition switch and steering lock,tank filler cap lock and seat lockare all operated with the samekey.

with OA Case:If you wish you can arrange tohave the cases fitted with locksthat can be opened with thiskey as well. Consult a specialistworkshop, preferably an author-ised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Switching on ignition

Turn the key to position 1.Side light and all function cir-cuits switched on.Engine can be started.Pre-ride check is performed.( 71)ABS self-diagnosis isperformed. ( 71)

with OE Automatic StabilityControl (ASC):Turn the key to position 1.ASC self-diagnosis isperformed in addition to

the checks outlined above.( 72)

Switching off ignition

Turn the key to position 2.Lights switched off.Handlebars not locked.Key can be removed.Electrically powered accessor-ies remain operational for a lim-ited period of time.The battery can be rechargedvia the on-board socket.

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Locking handlebars

If the motorcycle is on theside stand, the surface of

the ground will determine wheth-er it is better to turn the handle-bars to the left or right. However,the motorcycle is more stable ona level surface with the handle-bars turned to the left than withthe handlebars turned to theright.On level ground, always turn thehandlebars to the left to set thesteering lock.

Turn the handlebars to the fullleft or right lock position.

Turn the key to position 3,while moving the handlebarsslightly.Ignition, lights and all functioncircuits switched off.Handlebars locked.Key can be removed.

Electronic immobiliserProtection against theftThe electronic immobiliser helpsprotect your BMW motorcyclefrom theft, and this enhanced se-curity is at your disposal withoutany need for you to set paramet-ers or activate additional systems.The engine of a motorcycle fit-ted with this electronic immobil-iser can be started only with thekeys that belong to the vehicle.You can also have your author-ised BMW Motorrad dealer barindividual keys, for example if aparticular key goes missing. The

engine cannot be started with akey that has been barred.

In-key electronicsThe motorcycle's electronicsexchange certain continuouslychanging signals with the elec-tronics in the key; these signalsare specific to your motorcycleand they are transmitted via thering aerial in the ignition lock.The ignition is not enabled forstarting until the key has beenrecognised as "authorised" foryour motorcycle.

A spare key attached tothe same ring as the ig-

nition key used to start the en-gine could "irritate" the electron-ics, in which case the enablingsignal for starting is not issued.The EWS warning appears in themultifunction display.Always keep the spare key sep-arately from the ignition key.

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Replacement and extrakeysYou can obtain replacement/extrakeys only through an authorisedBMW Motorrad dealer. The keysare part of an integrated secur-ity system, so the dealer is un-der an obligation to check thelegitimacy of all applications forreplacement/extra keys. If youwant to have a lost key barred,you have to bring with you allthe other keys that belong tothe motorcycle. A key that hasbeen barred can subsequently becleared and reactivated for use.

ClockSetting clock

Attempting to set the clockwhile riding the motorcycle

can lead to accidents.Set the clock only when the mo-torcycle is stationary.

Switch on the ignition.

Repeatedly press button 1 untilthe odometer reading appearson the display.

Alternatively, repeatedly pressbutton 2 until the total distance

covered reading appears onthe display.

with OE On-board computeror with OE Tyre-pressuremonitoring (RDC):

Repeatedly press button 2 untilthe clock appears on the dis-play.

In this case, the button inthe instrument cluster oper-

ates only the tripmeters.

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Hold down the button.Hours reading 3 flashes.Press the button.The hours reading incrementsby one each time you pressthe button.Hold down the button.Minutes reading 4 flashes.Press the button.The minutes reading incre-ments by one each time youpress the button.Either press and hold down thebutton or wait without pressinga button.

The clock is now set and thetime appears on the display.

Odometer andtripmetersSelecting readingsSwitch on the ignition.

Press button 1.

If you prefer, you can use but-ton 2 for this purpose.

The display starts with the cur-rent value and each time the but-ton is pressed it moves one stepthrough the following sequence:

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Total distance coveredTripmeter 1 (Trip I)Tripmeter 2 (Trip II)Residual range (once fuel levelis down to reserve)

with OE On-board computeror with OE Tyre-pressuremonitoring (RDC):

Press button 1.

In this case, the buttonon the handlebar fitting

is for operating the on-boardcomputer or calling up the RDCreadings.

Resetting tripmeterSwitch on the ignition.Select the desired tripmeter.

Press and hold down button 1.

If you prefer, you can use but-ton 2 for this purpose.The tripmeter is reset to zero.

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with OE On-board computeror with OE Tyre-pressuremonitoring (RDC):

Press and hold down button 2.

In this case, the buttonon the handlebar fitting

is for operating the on-boardcomputer or calling up the RDCreadings.

Residual range

Residual-range reading appearsaccompanied by the wordRANGE and indicates howfar you can ride with the fuelremaining in the tank. Thisreading is not displayed until fuellevel has dropped to reserve.This distance is calculated on thebasis of fuel level and averageconsumption.When you refuel, the increase infuel level is not registered unlessseveral litres are added to thefuel already in the tank.When refuelling after running onreserve, make sure that you top

up the tank to a level above re-serve, as otherwise the sensorwill not be able to register thenew level. If the sensor cannotregister the new level neitherthe fuel-level reading nor theresidual-range readout can beupdated.

The calculated range is anapproximate value. Con-

sequently, BMW Motorrad re-commends that you should nottry to use the full residual rangebefore refuelling.

On-board computer OE

Selecting readingsSwitch on the ignition.

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Press button 1.

The display starts with the cur-rent value and each time the but-ton is pressed it moves one stepthrough the following sequence:Ambient temperature

Average speedAverage consumptionRangeOil levelTyre pressures (OE)

Ambient temperature

When the motorcycle is at astandstill the heat of the enginecan falsify ambient-temperaturereading 1. If the effect of the en-gine's heat becomes excessive,-- temporarily appears on thedisplay.

If ambient temperaturedrops below 3 °C a warn-

ing appears, drawing your atten-tion to the risk of black ice form-ing. The display automaticallyswitches from any other modeto the temperature reading whenthe temperature drops below thisthreshold for the first time.

Average speed

Average speed 1 is calculatedon the basis of the time elapsedsince the last reset. Timesduring which the engine wasstopped are excluded from thecalculation.

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Resetting average speedSwitch on the ignition.Select average speed.

Press and hold down button 1.Average speed is reset to zero.

Average consumption

Average consumption 1 is cal-culated by dividing the distancecovered since the last reset bythe corresponding amount of fuelused.

Resetting averageconsumptionSwitch on the ignition.Select average speed.

Press and hold down button 1.Average consumption is resetto zero.

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Range

The description of the residual-range function ( 47) also cov-ers the range readout. You canalso view range 1 before the fuellevel drops to reserve. A specialaverage-consumption figure isused to calculate range; this fig-ure is not necessarily the sameas the value you can call up forviewing on the display.When the motorcycle is proppedon its side stand the slight angleof inclination means that thesensor cannot register the fuellevel correctly. This is the reasonwhy the range is calculated only

when the motorcycle is on themove.When refuelling after running onreserve, make sure that you topup the tank to a level above re-serve, as otherwise the sensorwill not be able to register thenew level. If the sensor cannotregister the new level neither thefuel-level reading nor the rangereadout can be updated.

The calculated range is onlyan approximate reading.

Consequently, BMW Motorradrecommends that you should nottry to use the full range beforerefuelling.

Oil level

Oil-level indicator 1 gives youan indication of the engine oillevel. You can call up this read-ing only when the motorcycle isat a standstill.

The preconditions for the oil levelcheck are as follows:Engine at operating temperat-ure.Engine idling for at least 10seconds.Side stand retracted.Make sure the motorcycle isupright.

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The readings mean:OK: Oil level is correct.CHECK: Check the oil level thenext time you stop for fuel.---: Oil level cannot be meas-ured (conditions as stated abovenot satisfied).

If you call up another read-ing on the on-board com-

puter, this symbol remains visibleuntil the sensor again registers acorrect oil level.

The most recently measuredlevel is displayed for 5 secondswhen you next switch on the ig-nition.

The oil sensor might bedefective if the "Check oil

level" message reappears eventhough the oil level shown by theoil tank's level indicator is correct.In this case, consult your author-ised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Tyre pressuremonitoring RDCOE

Viewing tyre-pressurereadingsSwitch on the ignition.

Repeatedly press button 1 untilthe tyre pressures appear onthe display.

The tyre pressures are shown,accompanied by the wordingRDC P. The front tyre pressureis on the left; the reading on theright is the rear tyre pressure.-- -- appears directly after theignition is switched on, becausethe sensors do not transmit tyrepressures until the motorcycleaccelerates to 30 km/h.

The readings alternate with theclock.If the motorcycle has an on-board computer the readings al-ternate with the clock and thevalues of the on-board computer.

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LightsSide lightThe side lights switch on auto-matically when the ignition isswitched on.

The side lights placea strain on the battery.

Do not switch the ignitionon for longer than absolutelynecessary.

Low-beam headlightThe low-beam headlight switcheson automatically when you startthe engine.

When the engine is notrunning you can switch on

the lights by switching on the ig-nition and either switching on thehigh-beam headlight or operatingthe headlight flasher.

High-beam headlight

Press the top section of full-beam headlight switch 1.High-beam headlight switchedon.Move full-beam headlightswitch 1 to the centre position.High-beam headlight switchedoff.Press the bottom section offull-beam headlight switch 1.The high-beam headlight isswitched on until you releasethe button (headlight flasher).

Switching on parkinglightsSwitch off the ignition.

Immediately after switchingoff the ignition, press and holddown button 1 for the left turnindicators.Parking light switches on.

Switching off parkinglightsSwitch the ignition on and thenoff again.Parking lights switched off.

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Turn indicatorsSwitching on left flashingturn indicatorsSwitch on the ignition.

The turn indicators are can-celled automatically after

you have ridden for approxim-ately 10 seconds, or covered adistance of about 200 m.

Press button 1 for the left-hand turn indicators.Left-hand turn indicatorsswitched on.Telltale light for left-hand turnindicators flashes.

Switching on rightflashing turn indicatorsSwitch on the ignition.

The turn indicators are can-celled automatically after

you have ridden for approxim-ately 10 seconds, or covered adistance of about 200 m.

Press button 2 for the right-hand turn indicators.Right-hand turn indicatorsswitched on.Telltale light for right-hand turnindicators flashes.

Cancelling turn indicators

Press cancel button 3.Flashing turn indicatorsswitched off.Turn indicator telltale light areoff.

Hazard warningflashersSwitching on hazardwarning flashersSwitch on the ignition.

The hazard warning flash-ers place a strain on the

battery. Do not use the hazard

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warning flashers for longer thanabsolutely necessary.

If you press a turn-indicat-or button with the ignition

switched on, the turn-indicatorfunction is activated instead ofthe hazard warning flashers, andremains active until you releasethe button. The hazard warningflashers recommence flashing assoon as the button is released.

Simultaneously press button 1for left turn indicators and but-ton 2 for right turn indicators.

The hazard warning flashersare switched on.Left and right turn indicatortelltale lights flash.Switch off the ignition.The hazard warning flasherscontinue to operate.Left and right turn indicatortelltale lights are off.

Switching off hazardwarning flashers

Press cancel button 3.Hazard warning flashersswitched off.

Emergency off switch(kill switch)

1 Emergency off switch (killswitch)

Operating the kill switchwhen riding can cause

the rear wheel to lock and thuscause a fall.Do not operate the kill switchwhen riding.

The emergency off switch is akill switch for switching off theengine quickly and easily.

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A Normal operating position(run)

B Engine switched off.

You cannot start the engineunless the kill switch is in

the run position.

Grip heatingOE

1 Grip-heating switch

The handlebar grips have two-stage heating. Grip heating canbe activated only when the en-gine is running.

The increase in power con-sumption caused by the

grip heating can drain the bat-tery if you are riding at low en-gine speeds. If the charge levelis low, grip heating is switchedoff to ensure the battery's start-ing capability.

2 Heating off.3 50 % heat output (one dot

visible)4 100 % heat output (three

dots visible)

Automatic StabilityControl ASCOE

Deactivating ASC functionSwitch on the ignition.

You have the option of de-activating the ASC function

while the motorcycle is on themove.

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Press and hold down ASC but-ton 1.

ASC symbol shows con-stantly.

Release the ASC button withinthree seconds.

ASC symbol continues toshow.

The ASC function is deactiv-ated.

Activating ASC function

Press and hold down ASC but-ton 1.

ASC symbol no longershows; if self-diagnosis has

not completed the ASC warninglight starts flashing.Release the ASC button withinthree seconds.

The ASC symbol remainsoff or continues to flash.

The ASC function is activated.Instead of pressing the ASCbutton, you have the option of

switching the ignition off andthen on again.

An ASC fault has occurredif the ASC warning light

shows when the motorcycle ac-celerates to a speed in excessof 10 km/h after the ignition wasswitched off and then on again.

ClutchAdjusting clutch lever

If the position of the clutchfluid reservoir is changed,

air can enter the clutch system.Do not twist the handlebar fittingor the handlebars.

Attempting to adjust theclutch lever while riding the

motorcycle can lead to accidents.Do not attempt to adjust theclutch lever unless the motor-cycle is at a standstill.

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Turn adjusting screw 1 clock-wise.

The adjusting screw isindexed and is easier to

turn if you push the clutch leverforward.

Span between handlebar gripand clutch lever increases.Turn adjusting screw 1counter-clockwise.Span between handlebar gripand clutch lever decreases.

BrakesAdjusting handbrake lever

Changing the position ofthe brake-fluid reservoir can

allow air to penetrate the brakesystem.Do not twist the handlebar fittingor the handlebars.

Attempting to adjust thebrake lever while riding the

motorcycle can lead to accidents.Do not attempt to adjust thebrake lever unless the motorcycleis at a standstill.

Turn adjusting screw 1 clock-wise.

The adjusting screw is in-dexed and is easier to turn

if you push the handbrake leverforward.

Span between handlebar gripand handbrake lever increases.Turn adjusting screw 1counter-clockwise.Span between handlebar gripand handlebar lever decreases.

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MirrorsAdjusting mirrors

Pivot the mirror to the correctposition by pressing gently atthe edge.

Spring preloadSettingIt is essential to set spring pre-load of the rear suspension tosuit the load carried by the mo-torcycle. Increase spring preloadwhen the motorcycle is heavilyloaded and reduce spring preload

accordingly when the motorcycleis lightly loaded.

Adjusting spring preloadfor rear wheelMake sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its stand.

Your motorcycle's hand-ling will suffer if you do not

match the spring-preload anddamping-characteristic settings.Adjust the damping characteristicto suit spring preload.

Adjusting spring preloadwhile the motorcycle is be-

ing ridden can lead to accidents.Do not attempt to adjust springpreload unless the motorcycle isat a standstill.

If you want to increase springpreload, turn knob 1 in the dir-ection indicated by the HIGHarrow.If you want to reduce springpreload, turn knob 1 in the dir-ection indicated by the LOWarrow.

Basic setting of springpreload, rear

Turn the knob as far as it willgo in the direction indicatedby the LOW arrow and thenturn it back 13 clicks in thedirection indicated by theHIGH arrow. (Full load offuel, with rider 85 kg)

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DampingSettingDamping must be adapted tosuit spring preload. An increasein spring preload requires firmerdamping, a reduction in springpreload requires softer damping.

Adjusting damping forrear wheelMake sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its stand.

Adjust the damping character-istic, using the tool from the

on-board toolkit to turn adjust-ing screw 1.

If you want a harder dampingcharacteristic, use a screw-driver to turn adjusting screw 1in the direction indicated by theH arrow.If you want a softer dampingcharacteristic, use a screw-driver to turn adjusting screw 1in the direction indicated by theS arrow.

Basic setting of rear-sus-pension damping charac-

teristic

Turn the adjusting screw asfar as it will go in the dir-ection indicated by the Harrow and then turn it backone and a half turns in thedirection indicated by the Sarrow. (One-up 85 kg)

Electronic SuspensionAdjustment ESA OE

SettingsElectronic Suspension Adjust-ment ESA provides a convenientway of adapting the motorcycleto the load it carries and the sur-face over which you intend riding.

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The damping characteristic isshown in panel 1 of the multi-function display, and spring pre-load in panel 2. The odometerreadings are not shown whilethe ESA readout is active. Threespring preload settings can eachbe combined with three dampingcharacteristics to fine-tune themotorcycle's suspension.

Adjuster, spring preloadThe ESA control unit is protectedby an overload cutout designedto stop the spring-preload ad-justment process if current con-sumption reaches an unaccept-

ably high level. Please note thata combination of low ambienttemperature and a high payloadtends to increase the possibilityof elevated current consumption,and under these circumstancesadjustment might be interruptedby the overload cutout.If the motorcycle is to be usedfor two-up riding and ambienttemperature is below 0 °C, BMWMotorrad recommends adjustingthe suspension to the setting fortwo-up riding and allowing ad-justment to complete before yourpassenger mounts the motor-cycle. Similarly, BMW Motorradrecommends relieving the weighton the motorcycle when you aregoing to adjust over a long rangeof travel (adjusting from "one-up"to "two-up with luggage").The ESA indicator continues toflash until adjustment completes.If adjustment is interrupted theprocess resumes as soon as

current consumption drops be-low the defined threshold, forexample when the above-men-tioned measures are adopted.

Calling up settingsSwitch on the ignition.

Press button 1.The current setting isdisplayed.The reading remains visible fora few seconds before disap-pearing automatically.

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Adjusting suspensiondampingSwitch on the ignition.

You can adjust the damp-ing characteristic while the

motorcycle is on the move.

Press button 1.The current setting isdisplayed.Press button 1 once at eachstep.

The display field starts at thecurrent status and cycles throughthe following sequence:

COMF: Comfortable dampingcharacteristicNORM: Normal damping char-acteristicSPORT: Sporty dampingcharacteristic

The setting shown on the dis-play is automatically acceptedas the damping characteristicif you allow a certain length oftime to pass without makingfurther changes.

Adjusting spring preloadStart the engine.

You cannot adjust springpreload while the motor-

cycle is on the move.

Press button 1.The current setting isdisplayed.Press and hold down button 1until the reading changes.

The display field starts at thecurrent status and cycles throughthe following sequence:

One-up

One-up with luggage

Two-up (with luggage)

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The settings shown on thedisplay are automatically ac-cepted as the spring preloadand, if applicable, the damp-ing characteristic if you allow acertain length of time to passwithout pressing making furtherchanges. The reading flasheswhile spring preload adjustmentis in progress.Wait until adjustment com-pletes (reading stops flashing)before pulling away.

TyresChecking tyre pressureMake sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its stand.

Incorrect tyre pressures im-pair the motorcycle's hand-

ling characteristics and increasethe rate of tyre wear.Always check that the tyre pres-sures are correct.

At high road speeds, tyrevalves have a tendency to

open as a result of centrifugalforce.Fit metal valve caps with rubberseals and screw them on firmlyto prevent sudden deflation.

Check that tyre pressures arecorrect as per the data below.

Tyre pressure, front

2.5 bar (one-up, tyre cold)

2.5 bar (two-up and/or withluggage, tyre cold)

Tyre pressure, rear

2.9 bar (one-up, tyre cold)

2.9 bar (two-up and/or withluggage, tyre cold)

If tyre pressure is too low:Correct tyre pressure.

HeadlightAdjusting headlight fordriving on left/driving onrightIf the motorcycle is ridden in acountry where the opposite ruleof the road applies, its asymmet-ric low-beam headlight will tendto dazzle oncoming traffic.Have the headlight set accord-ingly by a specialist workshop,preferably an authorised BMWMotorrad dealer.

Commercially available ad-hesive tape will damage the

plastic lens of the light.Consult a specialist workshop,preferably an authorised BMWMotorrad dealer, in order to avoiddamaging the plastic lens of thelight.

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Headlight beam throw andspring preloadHeadlight beam throw is gener-ally kept constant when springpreload is adjusted to suit load.Spring preload adjustment mightnot suffice only if the motorcycleis very heavily loaded. Underthese circumstances, headlightbeam throw has to be adjustedto suit the weight carried by themotorcycle.

Consult a specialist work-shop, preferably an au-

thorised BMW Motorrad deal-er, if you are unsure whetherthe headlight basic setting iscorrect.

Headlight beam-throwadjustment

1 Headlight beam-throw ad-justment

Spring preload adjustment mightnot suffice if the motorcycle isvery heavily loaded. Movingthe pivot lever adjusts headlightbeam throw so as not to dazzleoncoming traffic.

A Neutral positionB Position for heavy load

SeatRemoving seatMake sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its stand.

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Turn the key counter-clockwisein the seat lock.

Press the seat down at thesame time.

Lift the rear of the seat.

The seat can be damagedat the edges if it is placed

on a rough surface.Lay the seat upholstered sidedown on a smooth, clean sur-face, such as the fuel tank.

Release the key and pull theseat back out of its holder.

Installing seat

If too much pressure is ap-plied in the forward direc-

tion, there is a danger that themotorcycle will be pushed off itsstand.Always make sure that themotorcycle is stable and firmlysupported.

Push the seat forward intoholders 1.

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Push down firmly on the seat,applying pressure to the pointabove the latch.The seat engages with an aud-ible click.

Helmet holderSecuring helmet tomotorcycleRemove the seat ( 63)

Use the wire rope available asan optional accessory to se-cure the helmet to one of thehelmet holders 1 or 2.

The helmet catch canscratch the panelling.

Make sure the lock is out of theway when you hook the helmetinto position.

Pass the steel cable throughthe helmet and push it ontothe helmet holder.Install the seat ( 64)

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Luggage loopsLuggage loopsunderneath seat

Loops 1 on the underside of theseat are for attaching luggagestraps. You can use them andeyelets 2 in the grab handles tostrap luggage on the rear seat.

Using luggage loopsMake sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its stand.Remove the seat ( 63)Turn the seat upside down.

Pull loops 1 out of holder 3and to the outside and down.You can hook luggage strapsinto the loops.Install the seat ( 64)

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Riding

Riding

Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Running in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Parking your motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

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Safety instructionsRider's equipmentDo not ride without the correctclothing. Always wear:HelmetMotorcycling jacket andtrousersGlovesBoots

This applies even to short jour-neys, and to every season of theyear. Your authorised BMW Mo-torrad dealer will be glad to ad-vise you on the correct clothingfor every purpose.

SpeedIf you ride at high speed, alwaysbear in mind that various bound-ary conditions can adversely af-fect the handling of your motor-cycle:

Settings of the spring-strut andshock-absorber systemImbalanced loadLoose clothingInsufficient tyre pressurePoor tyre treadEtc.

Correct loadingOverloading and imbal-anced loads can adversely

affect the motorcycle's handling.Do not exceed the permissiblegross weight and be sure tocomply with the instructions onloading.

Alcohol and drugsEven small amounts ofalcohol or drugs will ad-

versely affect your perceptionand your ability to assess situ-ations and make decisions, andslow down your reflexes. Med-ication can exacerbate these ef-fects.

Do not ride your motorcycle afterconsuming alcohol, drugs and/ormedication.

Risk of poisoningExhaust fumes contain carbonmonoxide, which is colourlessand odourless but highly toxic.

Inhaling the exhaust fumestherefore represents a

health hazard and can evencause loss of consciousness withfatal consequences.Do not inhale exhaust fumes.Do not run the engine in an en-closed space.

High voltageTouching live parts of theignition system with the

engine running can cause electricshock.Do not touch parts of the igni-tion system when the engine isrunning.

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Catalytic converterIf misfiring causes unburned fuelto enter the catalytic converter,there is a danger of overheatingand damage.For this reason, observe the fol-lowing points:Do not run the fuel tank dry.Do not attempt to start or runthe engine with a spark-plugcap disconnected.Stop the engine immediately ifit misfires.Use only unleaded fuel.Comply with all specified main-tenance intervals.

Unburned fuel will destroythe catalytic converter.

Note the points listed for protec-tion of the catalytic converter.

Risk of fireTemperatures at the exhaust arehigh.

Flammable materials (e.g.hay, leaves, grass, clothing

and luggage, etc.) could igniteif allowed to come into contactwith the hot exhaust pipe.Do not permit flammable materi-als to come into contact with thehot exhaust system.

Cooling would beinadequate if the engine

were allowed to idle for a lengthyperiod with the motorcycle ata standstill: overheating wouldresult. In extreme cases, themotorcycle could catch fire.Do not allow the engine to idleunnecessarily. Ride away imme-diately after starting the engine.

Tampering with thecontrol unit of theelectronic engine-management system

Tampering with the enginecontrol unit can damage

the motorcycle and cause acci-dents.Do not tamper with the enginecontrol unit.

Tampering with the enginecontrol unit can result in

mechanical loads that the mo-torcycle's components are notdesigned to withstand. Damagecaused in this way is not coveredby the warranty.Do not tamper with the enginecontrol unit.

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ChecklistUse the following checklist tocheck important functions, set-tings and wear limits before youride off.BrakesBrake-fluid levels, front and rearClutchClutch fluid levelShock absorber setting andspring preloadTyre-tread depth and tyrepressuresCases correctly installed andluggage secured

At regular intervals:Engine oil level (every refuellingstop)Brake-pad wear (every thirdrefuelling stop)

StartingSide standYou cannot start the motorcyclewith the side stand extended anda gear engaged. The engine willswitch itself off if you start it withthe gearbox in neutral and thenengage a gear before retractingthe side stand.

GearboxYou can start the engine whenthe gearbox is in neutral or if youpull the clutch with a gear en-gaged. Do not pull the clutch un-til after you have switched on theignition, as otherwise the enginewill refuse to start. When thegearbox is in neutral, the greenneutral telltale light is on and thegear indicator in the multifunctiondisplay shows N.

Starting engine.

Kill switch 1 in run position A.Switch on the ignition.Pre-ride check is performed.( 71)ABS self-diagnosis isperformed. ( 71)

with OE Automatic StabilityControl (ASC):Switch on the ignition.Pre-ride check is performed.( 71)ABS self-diagnosis isperformed. ( 71)

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ASC self-diagnosis is per-formed. ( 72)

Press starter button 1.

If ambient temperatures arevery low, you might find it

necessary to open the throttleslightly when starting the engine.At ambient temperatures below0 °C, disengage the clutch afterswitching on the ignition.

The start attempt is auto-matically interrupted if bat-

tery voltage is too low. Rechargethe battery before you start the

engine, or use jump leads and adonor battery to start.

The engine starts.Consult the troubleshootingchart below if the engine re-fuses to start. ( 136)

Pre-ride checkThe instrument cluster runs atest of the 'General' warning lightwhen the ignition is switchedon: this is the "Pre-Ride-Check"The warning light shows first redand then yellow, so that you cancheck that it is in working order.The test is aborted if you startthe engine before it completes.Phase 1

General warning light showsred.

CHECK! appears on the dis-play.

Phase 2General warning light showsyellow.

CHECK! appears on the dis-play.

If the 'General' warning light doesnot show:

Some malfunctions cannotbe indicated if the 'Gener-

al' warning light cannot be dis-played.Check that the 'General' warninglight comes on, and that it showsred and yellow.

Have the fault rectified asquickly as possible by aspecialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

ABS self-diagnosisBMW Motorrad Integral ABS per-forms self-diagnosis to ensureits operability. Self-diagnosis isperformed automatically when

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you switch on the ignition. Themotorcycle has to move forwardat a speed above 5 km/h for thewheel sensors to be tested.Phase 1Test of the diagnosis-compat-ible system components withthe motorcycle at a standstill.

ABS warning light flashes.

Possible national variant ofthe ABS warning light.

Phase 2Test of the wheel sensors asthe motorcycle pulls away fromrest.

ABS warning light flashes.

Possible national variant ofthe ABS warning light.

ABS self-diagnosiscompletedThe ABS warning light goesout.

If an indicator showing an ABSfault appears when ABS self-dia-gnosis completes:You can continue to ride. Bearin mind that neither the ABSfunction nor the integral brak-ing function is available.Have the fault rectified asquickly as possible by aspecialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

ASC self-diagnosisOE

BMW Motorrad ASC performsself-diagnosis to ensure its op-erability. Self-diagnosis is per-formed automatically when youswitch on the ignition. The en-gine must be running and themotorcycle must reach a speed

of at least 5 km/h in order forASC self-diagnosis to complete.Phase 1Test of the diagnosis-compat-ible system components withthe motorcycle at a standstill.

ASC symbol flashes.

Phase 2Test of the diagnosis-compat-ible system components whilethe motorcycle is on the move.

ASC symbol flashes.

ASC self-diagnosiscompletedThe ASC warning light goesout.

If an indicator showing an ASCfault appears when ASC self-diagnosis completes:

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You can continue to ride. Bearin mind that the ASC functionis not available.Have the fault rectified asquickly as possible by aspecialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

Running inThe first 1000 kmWhile running in the motor-cycle, vary the throttle openingand engine-speed range fre-quently.Try to do most of your rid-ing during this initial period ontwisting, fairly hilly roads, avoid-ing high-speed main roads andhighways if possible.

Exceeding the specified en-gine speeds while running

in will lead to increased enginewear.

Keep to the specified enginespeeds for running in.

Do not exceed the rpm limitsrecommended for running in.

Running-in speed

<7000 min-1

No full-load acceleration.Avoid low engine speeds at fullload.Do not omit the first inspectionafter 500 - 1200 km.

Brake padsNew brake pads must "beddown" and therefore do notachieve their optimum frictionlevels during the first 500km. You can compensate forthis initial reduction in brakingefficiency by exerting greaterpressure on the levers.

New brake pads can ex-tend stopping distance by a

significant margin.Apply the brakes in good time.

TyresNew tyres have a smooth sur-face. This must be roughened byriding in a restrained manner atvarious heel angles until the tyresare run in. This running in pro-cedure is essential if the tyres areto achieve maximum grip.

Tyres do not have their fullgrip when new and there

is a risk of accidents at extremeangles of heel.Avoid extreme angles of heel.

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BrakesHow can stoppingdistance be minimised?Each time the brakes are applied,a load distribution shift takesplace with the load shifting for-ward from the rear to the frontwheel. The sharper the motor-cycle decelerates, the more loadis shifted to the front wheel. Thehigher the wheel load, the morebraking force can be transmittedwithout the wheel locking.To optimise stopping distance,apply the front brakes rapidly andkeep on increasing the force youapply to the brake lever. Thismakes the best possible useof the dynamic increase in loadat the front wheel. Rememberto pull the clutch at the sametime. In the "panic braking situ-ations" that are trained so fre-quently braking force is appliedas rapidly as possible and with

the rider's full force applied tothe brake levers; under these cir-cumstances the dynamic shiftin load distribution cannot keeppace with the increase in de-celeration and the tyres cannottransmit the full braking force tothe surface of the road. ABS hasto intervene to keep the frontwheel from locking; this increasesstopping distance.

Descending mountainpasses

There is a danger of thebrakes fading if you use

only the rear brakes when des-cending mountain passes. Underextreme conditions, the brakescould overheat and suffer severedamage.Use both front and rear brakes,and make use of the engine'sbraking effect as well.

Wet brakesAfter the motorcycle hasbeen washed, ridden

through water or ridden inthe rain, the brake discs andpads might be wet and thebrakes might not take effectimmediately.Apply the brakes in good timeuntil the brakes have dried out.

Salt on brakesThe brakes may fail to takeeffect immediately if the

motorcycle was ridden on salt-covered roads and the brakeswere not applied for some time.Apply the brakes in good timeuntil the salt layer on the brakediscs and brake pads has beenremoved.

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Oil or grease on brakesOil and grease on the brakediscs and pads considerably

diminish braking efficiency.Especially after repair and main-tenance work, make sure that thebrake discs and brake pads arefree of oil and grease.

Dirt or mud on brakesWhen riding on loose sur-faces or muddy roads, the

brakes may fail to take effectimmediately because of dirt ormoisture on the discs or brakepads.Apply the brakes in good timeuntil the brakes have beencleaned.

Parking yourmotorcyclePlacing motorcycle onside stand

If the ground is soft or un-even, there is no guaran-

tee that the motorcycle will restfirmly on the stand.Always check that the groundunder the stand is level andfirm.

Switch off the engine.Pull the handbrake lever.Hold the motorcycle uprightand balanced.Use your left foot to extend theside stand fully.

The side stand is designedto support only the weight

of the motorcycle.Do not lean or sit on themotorcycle with the side standextended.

Slowly lean the motorcycle tothe side until its weight is takenby the stand and dismount tothe left.

If the motorcycle is on theside stand, the surface of

the ground will determine wheth-er it is better to turn the handle-bars to the left or right. However,the motorcycle is more stable ona level surface with the handle-bars turned to the left than withthe handlebars turned to theright.On level ground, always turn thehandlebars to the left to set thesteering lock.

Turn the handlebars to full leftor right lock.Check that the motorcycle isstanding firmly.

On a gradient, the motor-cycle should always face

uphill; select 1st gear.

Lock the steering lock.

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Removing motorcyclefrom side standUnlock the steering lock.From the left, grip the handle-bars with both hands.Pull the handbrake lever.Swing your right leg over theseat and lift the motorcycle tothe upright position.Hold the motorcycle uprightand balanced.

An extended side stand cancatch on the ground when

the motorcycle is moving andlead to a fall.Retract the side stand beforemoving the motorcycle.

Sit on the motorcycle and useyour left foot to retract the sidestand.

Placing motorcycle oncentre standOA

If the ground is soft or un-even, there is no guaran-

tee that the motorcycle will restfirmly on the stand.Always check that the groundunder the stand is level andfirm.

Switch off the engine.Dismount and keep your lefthand on the left handlebar grip.With your right hand, grip therear grab handle or the rearframe.Use your right foot on the pinof the centre stand to pressthe stand down until its curvedfeet touch the ground.Place your full body weight onthe centre stand and at thesame time pull the motorcycleto the rear.

Excessive movementscould cause the centre

stand to retract, and themotorcycle would topple inconsequence.Do not lean or sit on the mo-torcycle with the centre standextended.

Check that the motorcycle isstanding firmly.Lock the steering lock.

Removing motorcyclefrom centre stand OA

Unlock the steering lock.Place your left hand on the lefthandlebar grip.With your right hand, grip therear grab handle or the rearframe.Push the motorcycle forwardoff the centre stand.Check that the centre standhas fully retracted.

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RefuellingFuel is highly flammable. Anaked flame close to the

fuel tank can cause a fire or ex-plosion.Do not smoke. Never bring anaked flame near the fuel tank.

Fuel expands when hot.Fuel escaping from an

overfilled tank could make its wayonto the rear tyre. This couldcause a fall.Do not fill the tank past the bot-tom edge of the filler neck.

Fuel attacks plastics, whichbecome dull or unsightly.

Wipe off plastic parts immediatelyif they come into contact withfuel.

Fuel can attack the materialof the windscreen, which

becomes dull or unsightly.Wipe off the windscreen immedi-

ately if it comes into contact withfuel.

Leaded fuel will destroy thecatalytic converter.

Use only unleaded fuel.

Make sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its stand.

Open the protective cap.Open the fuel tank cap withthe ignition key by turning itcounter-clockwise.

Refuel with fuel of the gradestated below; do not fill thetank past the bottom edge ofthe filler neck.

Recommended fuelgrade

98 ROZ/RON (Premium plusunleaded)

95 ROZ/RON (Premiumunleaded (fuel grade,usable with power- andconsumption-relatedrestrictions))

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Usable fuel capacity

19 l

Reserve fuel

≥4 lPress the fuel tank cap downfirmly to close.Remove the key and close theprotective cap.

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Engineering details

Engineering details

Brake system with BMW MotorradIntegral ABS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

Electronic engine management withBMW Motorrad ASCOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Tyre pressure monitoringRDCOE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

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Brake system withBMW Motorrad IntegralABSPartially integral brakesYour motorcycle is equipped withpartially integral brakes. Bothfront and rear brakes are appliedwhen you pull the handbrakelever. The footbrake lever actsonly on the rear brake.While the brakes are slowing themotorcycle, the BMW MotorradIntegral ABS adapts braking-forcedistribution between front andrear brakes to suit the load onthe motorcycle.

The integral braking func-tion makes it very difficult

to spin the rear wheel by openingthe throttle with the front brakeapplied to keep the motorcyclestationary (burn-out). Attemptedburn-outs can result in damageto the rear brake and the clutch.Do not attempt burn-outs.

How does ABS work?The amount of braking force thatcan be transferred to the roaddepends on factors hat includethe coefficient of friction of theroad surface. Loose stones, iceand snow or a wet road all havemuch lower coefficients of fric-tion than a clean, dry asphalt sur-face. The lower the coefficientof friction, the longer the brakingdistance.If the rider increases brakingpressure to the extent that brak-ing force exceeds the maxim-um transferrable limit, the wheelsstart to lock and the motorcycleloses its directional stability; a fallis imminent. Before this situationcan occur, ABS intervenes andadapts braking pressure to themaximum transferrable brakingforce, so the wheels continueto turn and directional stabilityis maintained irrespective of thecondition of the road surface.

What are the effects ofsurface irregularities?Humps and surface irregular-ities can cause the wheels tolose contact temporarily with theroad surface; if this happens thebraking force that can be trans-mitted to the road can drop tozero. If the brakes are appliedunder these circumstances theABS has to reduce braking forceto ensure that directional sta-bility is maintained when thewheels regain contact with theroad surface. At this instant theBMW Motorrad Integral ABSmust assume an extremely lowcoefficient of friction, so that thewheels will continue to rotate un-der all imaginable circumstances,because this is the preconditionfor ensuring directional stability.As soon as is registers the ac-tual circumstances, the systemreacts instantly and adjusts brak-

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ing force accordingly to achieveoptimum braking.

What feedback does therider receive from theBMW Motorrad IntegralABS?If the ABS system has to reducebraking force on account of thecircumstances described above,vibration is perceptible throughthe handbrake lever.When the handbrake lever ispulled, brake pressure is alsobuilt up at the rear wheel bythe integral function. If thebrake pedal is depressed afterthe handbrake lever is pulled,the brake pressure built upbeforehand is perceptible ascounter-pressure sooner than isthe case when the brake pedal isdepressed either before or at thesame time as the brake lever ispulled.

Rear wheel liftEven under severe braking, ahigh level of tyre grip can meanthat the front wheel does notlock up until very late, if at all.Consequently, ABS does not in-tervene until very late, if at all.Under these circumstances therear wheel can lift off the ground,and the outcome can be a high-siding situation in which the mo-torcycle can flip over.

Severe braking can causethe rear wheel to lift off the

ground.When you brake, bear in mindthat ABS control cannot be reliedon in all circumstances to preventthe rear wheel from lifting clear ofthe ground.

What is the designbaseline for BMWMotorrad Integral ABS?Within the limits imposed byphysics, the BMW Motorrad In-tegral ABS ensures directionalstability on any surface. The sys-tem is not optimised for specialrequirements that apply underextreme competitive situationsoff-road or on the track.

Special situationsThe speeds of the front and rearwheels are compared as onemeans of detecting a wheel'sincipient tendency to lock. If thesystem registers implausible val-ues for a lengthy period the ABSfunction is deactivated for safetyreasons and an ABS fault mes-sage is issued. Self-diagnos-is has to complete before faultmessages can be issued.In addition to problems with theBMW Motorrad Integral ABS,

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exceptional riding conditions canlead to a fault message beingissued.Exceptional ridingconditions:Heating up with the motorcycleon the centre stand or an auxil-iary stand, engine idling or witha gear engaged.Rear wheel locked by the en-gine brake for a lengthy period,for example while descendingoff-road.

If a fault message is issued onaccount of exceptional ridingconditions as outlined above, youcan reactivate the ABS functionby switching the ignition off andon again.

What significancedevolves on regularmaintenance?

Invariably, a technical sys-tem cannot perform beyond

the abilities dictated by its levelof maintenance.In order to ensure that the BMWMotorrad ABS is always main-tained in optimum condition, itis essential for you to complystrictly with the specified inspec-tion intervals.

Reserves for safetyThe potentially shorter brakingdistances which BMW MotorradIntegral ABS permits must not beused as an excuse for carelessriding. ABS is primarily a meansof ensuring a safety margin ingenuine emergencies.Take care when cornering. Whenyou apply the brakes on a corner,the motorcycle's weight and

momentum take over and evenBMW Motorrad Integral ABS isunable to counteract their effects.

Electronic enginemanagement with BMWMotorrad ASCOE

How does ASC work?The BMW Motorrad ASC com-pares the speed of rotation of thefront wheel and the rear wheel.The differential is used to com-pute slip as a measure of thereserves of stability available atthe rear wheel. If slip exceeds acertain limit the electronic enginemanagement system intervenes,adapting engine torque accord-ingly.

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What is the designbaseline for BMWMotorrad ASC?BMW Motorrad ASC is designedas an assistant system for therider and for use on public roads.The extent to which the rider af-fects ASC control can be consid-erable (weight shifts when cor-nering, items of luggage looseon the motorcycle), especiallywhen style of riding takes riderand machine close to the limitsimposed by physics. The systemis not optimised for special re-quirements that apply under ex-treme competitive situations off-road or on the track. You havethe option of deactivating theBMW Motorrad ASC system forthese circumstances.

Even ASC is constrained bythe laws of physics. Invari-

ably, the rider bears responsibil-ity for assessing road and traffic

conditions and adopting his orher style of riding accordingly.Do not take risks that would neg-ate the additional safety offeredby this system.

Special situationsIn accordance with the laws ofphysics, the ability to accelerateis restricted more and more asthe angle of heel increases. Con-sequently, there can be a per-ceptible lag in acceleration out ofvery tight bends.

The speeds of the front andrear wheels are compared asone means of detecting the rearwheel's incipient tendency tospin or slip sideways. If the sys-tem registers implausible valuesfor a lengthy period the ASCfunction is deactivated for safetyreasons and an ASC fault mes-sage is issued. Self-diagnos-

is has to complete before faultmessages can be issued.The BMW Motorrad ASC canshut down automatically underthe exceptional riding conditionsoutlined below.Exceptional ridingconditions:Riding for a lengthy period withthe front wheel lifted off theground (wheelie) and ASC de-activated.Rear wheel rotating with themotorcycle held stationary byapplying the front brake (burn-out).Heating up with the motorcycleon the centre stand or an auxil-iary stand, engine idling or witha gear engaged.

Accelerating the motorcycle toa speed in excess of 10 km/hafter switching the ignition offand then on again reactivates theASC.

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If the front wheel lifts clear of theground under severe accelera-tion, the ASC reduces enginetorque until the front wheel re-gains contact with the ground.Under these circumstances,BMW Motorrad recommendsrolling the throttle slightly closedso as to restore stability with theleast possible delay.

When riding on a slippery sur-face, never snap the throttletwistgrip fully closed withoutpulling the clutch at the sametime. Engine braking torque cancause the rear wheel to lock, witha corresponding loss of stability.The BWM Motorrad ASC is un-able to control a situation of thisnature.

Tyre pressuremonitoring RDCOE

FunctionA sensor integrated into eachtyre measures the air temperat-ure and the air pressure insidethe tyre and transmits this in-formation to the control unit.Each sensor has a centrifugal-force tripswitch that does notenable transmission of the meas-ured values until the motorcyclehas accelerated to about 30 km/h. The display shows -- foreach tyre until the tyre-pressuresignal is received for the firsttime. The sensors continue totransmit the measured-value sig-nals for approximately 15 minutesafter the motorcycle comes to astop.The control unit can adminis-trate four sensors, so two dif-ferent sets of wheels with RDCsensors can be alternated on

the motorcycle. An error mes-sage is issued if wheels withoutsensors are fitted to a motorcycleequipped with an RDC controlunit.

TemperaturecompensationThe tyre-pressure readingsshown by the multifunctiondisplay are temperature-compensated; the reference tyretemperature for these readingsis always 20 °C. The air linesavailable to the public in petrolstations and motorway serviceareas almost invariably showtemperature-dependent tyrepressures, so in most instancesthese gauge readings will nottally with the readings shown bythe multifunction display.

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Tyre-pressure rangesThe RDC control unit differenti-ates between three tyre-pressureranges, all of which are paramet-erised for the motorcycle:Tyre pressure within permittedtolerance.Tyre pressure close to limit ofpermitted tolerance.Tyre pressure outside permit-ted tolerance.

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Accessories

Accessories

General instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Power socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Luggage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

CaseOA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Breakdown assistance kitOA . . . . . . . . . 93

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General instructionsBMW Motorrad recommendsthe use of parts and accessoriesfor your motorcycle that are ap-proved by BMW for this purpose.Genuine BMW parts and ac-cessories and other productswhich BMW has approved canbe obtained from your authorisedBMW Motorrad dealer, togetherwith expert advice on their install-ation and use.These parts and products havebeen tested by BMW for safety,function and suitability. BMWaccepts product liability for them.Conversely, BMW is unable toaccept any liability whatsoeverfor parts and accessories which ithas not approved.

BMW Motorrad cannotassess each non-BMW

product to determine wheth-er it can be used on or in con-nection with BMW motorcycles

without constituting a safety haz-ard. Country-specific official au-thorisation does not suffice asassurance. Tests conducted bythese instances cannot makeprovision for all operating con-ditions experienced by BMW mo-torcycles and, consequently, theyare not sufficient in some circum-stances.Use only parts and accessor-ies approved by BMW for yourmotorcycle.

Whenever you are planningmodifications, comply with allthe legal requirements. Makesure that the motorcycle doesnot infringe national road-vehicleconstruction and use regulations.

Power socketRatings

The supply to standard socket 1and the extra socket (OE) is cutoff automatically if battery voltageis low or the load exceeds themaximum for the two sockets.

Operating electricalaccessoriesYou can start using electrical ac-cessories only when the ignitionis switched on. The accessoryremains operational if the ignitionis subsequently switched off. Inorder to ensure that the drain on

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the on-board power supply sys-tem is minimised, the supply tothe power socket is cut off ap-proximately 15 minutes after theignition is switched off, and it isalso temporarily interrupted dur-ing the start procedure.

Cable routingThe cables from the power sock-et to the auxiliary device must berouted in such a way that they:Do not impede the riderDo not restrict or obstruct thesteering angle and handlingcharacteristicsCannot be trapped

Incorrectly routed cablescan impede the rider.

Route the cables as describedabove.

LuggageCorrect loading

Overloading and imbal-anced loads can adversely

affect the motorcycle's handling.Do not exceed the permissiblegross weight and be sure tocomply with the instructions onloading.

Set spring preload, dampingcharacteristic and tyre pres-sures to suit total weight.Adjust the spring preload forrear wheel ( 58)Check the tyre pressure( 62)Adjust the damping for rearwheel ( 59)Ensure that the case volumeson the left and right are equal.Make sure that the weight isuniformly distributed betweenright and left.

Pack heavy items at the bot-tom and toward the inboardside.Note the maximum permissiblepayload of the cases and thespeed limit for riding with caseson the motorcycle.

Payload of cases

with OA Case:

≤8 kg

Maximum permissiblespeed for riding with

cases fitted to the motorcycle

with OA Case:

≤180 km/hNote the maximum permissiblepayload of the tank rucksackand the speed limit for ridingwith a tank rucksack on themotorcycle.

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Payload of tank rucksack

with OA Tank rucksack:

≤5 kg

Maximum permissiblespeed for riding with the

tank rucksack fitted to the mo-torcycle

with OA Tank rucksack:

≤130 km/hNote the maximum permissiblepayload of the tankbag andthe speed limit for riding witha tankbag on the motorcycle.

Payload of tankbag

with OA Tankbag:

≤5 kg

Maximum permissiblespeed for riding with the

tankbag fitted to the motor-cycle

with OA Tankbag:

≤130 km/h

Case OA

Release leversEach case has two levers, one oneach side of the lock.The grey lever marked OPEN isfor opening and closing the case.The black lever markedRELEASE is for removing andattaching the case.

Opening cases

Turn the lock barrel in theOPEN direction.

Pull the grey release lever(OPEN) up.Lock straps 1 open.

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Pull the grey release lever(OPEN) up again.Pull case lid 2 out of the retain-er.

Closing cases

Press catches 1 of the case lidinto retainers 2.The catches engage with anaudible click.Press the catches on the lockstraps into retainers 2.The catches engage with anaudible click.Check that the catches arelocked securely into place.

Adjusting case volumeClose the case lid.

Turn the lock strapbuckles 1 of the lock strapsout.Pull the lock straps up and out.This expands the case to max-imum volume.

Close the lock straps.Press the lock straps againstthe case body.The case volume adapts to thecontents.

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Removing cases

Turn the lock barrel in the RE-LEASE direction.Pull the black release lever(RELEASE) up.

Pull the case out of the topholder.Lift the case out of the bottomholder.

Installing case

Turn the lock barrel in the RE-LEASE direction.

Hook the case into bottomholder 2.

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Pull the black release lever(RELEASE) up.Press the case into top hold-er 3.Push the black release lever(RELEASE) down.The case is locked into place.Lock the case.Check that it is correctly en-gaged.

Secure attachment

If a case wobbles or is difficultto fit, it has to be adapted to thegap between the top and bottomholders. The bottom bracket on

the case can be moved up ordown for this purpose.

Adapting caseOpen the case.

Remove screws 1.Adjust the height of the holder.Tighten screws 1.

Breakdown assistancekit OA

UseThe stowage space for thebreakdown assistance kit is underthe left side panel.See the description enclosedwith the breakdown assistancekit for instructions detailing theprocedure and for safety informa-tion.

Removing breakdownassistance kitMake sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its stand.Remove the seat ( 63)

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Remove screws 1.Remove the side panel.

Lay the panel on the seatto protect the side panel

from scratches.

Open the retaining strap andremove the breakdown assist-ance kit.

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Maintenance

Maintenance

General instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Toolkit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

Brake system, general . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

Brake pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Rims . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105

Front-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Rear-wheel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

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General instructionsThe Maintenance chapter de-scribes straightforward proced-ures for checking and replacingcertain wear parts.Special tightening torques are lis-ted as applicable. The tighteningtorques for the threaded fasten-ers on your motorcycle are listedin the section entitled "Technicaldata".You will find information on moreextensive maintenance and re-pair work in the Repair Manualon DVD/CD-ROM (RepROM) foryour motorcycle, which is avail-able from your authorised BMWMotorrad dealer.

Some of the work calls for spe-cial tools and a thorough know-ledge of motorcycles. If youare in doubt consult a specialistworkshop, preferably your author-ised BMW Motorrad dealer.

ToolkitStandard on-board toolkit

1 Screwdriver with reversiblebladeRemoving and installing turnindicator glassDisconnecting leads from bat-tery terminals

2 Torx wrench, T25Removing and installing bodypanelsRemoving and installing batteryretainer

3 Screwdriver, smallRemoving and installing turnindicator glass

On-board toolkit servicekitYour authorised BMW Motor-rad dealer can provide the on-board toolkit service kit that youwill need if you are consideringundertaking more extensive work.You will find information on un-dertaking work of this nature inthe Repair Manual on the DVD/CD-ROM also obtainable fromyour authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

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1 Extending tool holderAdapters to accommodate alltoolsRemoving and installing sparkplugs

2 1/4" bits5x Torx, for example for remov-ing and installing rear wheel2x cross-head bits1x plain screwdriver bit

3 3/8" adapter for socket-head screws, w/f 22Removing and installing frontaxle

4 Electric torchLED bulb

5 Socket3x open-ended spanner, forexample for connecting anddisconnecting leads to batteryterminals

6 AdapterAdapter for 1/4" bits9x12 mm and 3/8" swivel ad-apters

Engine oilChecking engine oil level

The engine can seize if theoil level is low, and this can

lead to accidents.Always make sure that the oillevel is correct.

Oil can collect in the sumpif the motorcycle is out of

use for an extended period oftime; this oil has to be pumped

into the oil tank before the levelis read. The engine oil must beat operating temperature to dothis. Checking the oil level withthe engine cold or after no morethan a short ride will lead to mis-interpretation; this in turn, meansthat the engine will be operatedwith the incorrect quantity of oil.In order to ensure that the en-gine oil level is read correctly,check the oil level only after alengthy trip.

Make sure the engine is at op-erating temperature and holdthe motorcycle upright.

with OA Centre stand:Check that the engine is at op-erating temperature, make surethe ground is level and firmand place the motorcycle on itscentre stand.

Allow the engine to idle for oneminute.

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Switch off the ignition.

Check the oil level in oil-levelindicator 1.

Engine oil, specified level

Between MIN and MAXmarks

If the oil level is below the MINmark:Top up the engine oil ( 98)

If the oil level is above the MAXmark:Drain the engine oil ( 99)

Topping up engine oilRemove the seat ( 63)

Damage to the enginecan result if it is operated

without enough oil, but the samealso applies if the oil level is toohigh.Always make sure that the oillevel is correct.

Wipe the area around the fillerneck clean.

Remove cap of oil filler neck 1by turning it counter-clockwise.Top up the engine oil to thespecified level.Check the engine oil level( 97)

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Install cap of oil filler neck 1and turn it clockwise to close.Install the seat ( 64)

Draining engine oilRemove the seat ( 63)

Damage to the enginecan result if it is operated

without enough oil, but the samealso applies if the oil level is toohigh.Always make sure that the oillevel is correct.

Squeeze the retainer of trans-parent tube 2 together on left

and right and pull the tube upand out of the oil tank.Pull the transparent tube downout of the frame and drain theengine oil into a suitable con-tainer until the level is to spe-cification.Insert the transparent tube intothe oil tank and engage theretainer.Store or dispose of the excessengine oil in an environmentallycompatible manner.Install the seat ( 64)

Brake system, generalReliabilityA fully functional brake system isa basic requirement for the roadsafety of your motorcycle.Do not ride the motorcycle if youhave any doubts about the de-pendability of the brake system.Under these circumstances havethe brake system checked by a

specialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

Incorrect working practicesendanger the reliability of

the brakes.Have all work on the brake sys-tem performed by a specialistworkshop, preferably an author-ised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Checking operation ofbrakesPull the handbrake lever.The pressure point must beclearly perceptible.Press the footbrake lever.The pressure point must beclearly perceptible.

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Brake padsChecking front brake padthickness

Brake pads worn pastthe minimum permissible

brake-pad thickness can causea reduction in braking efficiencyand under certain circumstancesthey can cause damage to thebrake system.In order to ensure the dependab-ility of the brake system, do notpermit the brake pads to wearpast the minimum permissiblebrake-pad thickness.

Make sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its stand.

Visually inspect the left andright brake pads to ascertaintheir thickness. Viewing direc-tion: Between wheel and frontfork toward the brake caliper.

Brake-pad wear limit,front

min 1 mm (Friction pad only,without backing plate)

The wear indicators(grooves) must be clearlyvisible.

If the wear indicating mark is nolonger clearly visible:Have the brake pads replacedby a specialist workshop,preferably an authorised BMWMotorrad dealer.

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Checking rear brake padthickness

Brake pads worn pastthe minimum permissible

brake-pad thickness can causea reduction in braking efficiencyand under certain circumstancesthey can cause damage to thebrake system.In order to ensure the dependab-ility of the brake system, do notpermit the brake pads to wearpast the minimum permissiblebrake-pad thickness.

Make sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its stand.

Visually inspect the brake padsfrom the right to ascertain theirthickness.

Brake-pad wear limit, rear

min 1 mm (Friction pad only,without backing plate)

Make sure that the brakedisc is not visible throughthe bore in the inboard brakeblock.

If the brake disc is visible:Have the brake pads replacedby a specialist workshop,

preferably an authorised BMWMotorrad dealer.

Brake fluidChecking brake-fluidlevel, front brakes

A low fluid level in thebrake reservoir can allow air

to penetrate the brake system.This significantly reduces brakingefficiency.Check the brake-fluid level atregular intervals.

Make sure the ground is leveland firm and hold the motor-cycle upright.

with OA Centre stand:Make sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its centre stand.

Move the handlebars to thestraight-ahead position.

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Check the brake fluid level inbrake fluid reservoir 1.

The brake fluid level in thebrake fluid reservoir drops

as the brake pads wear.

Brake fluid level, front

DOT4 brake fluid

Do not permit the brake fluidlevel to drop below the MINmark. (Brake-fluid reservoirhorizontal)

If the brake fluid level drops be-low the permitted level:Have the defect rectified asquickly as possible by a spe-cialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

Checking brake-fluidlevel, rear brakes

A low fluid level in thebrake reservoir can allow air

to penetrate the brake system.This significantly reduces brakingefficiency.Check the brake-fluid level atregular intervals.

Make sure the ground is leveland firm and hold the motor-cycle upright.

with OA Centre stand:Make sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its centre stand.

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Check the brake fluid level inbrake fluid reservoir 1.

The brake fluid level in thebrake fluid reservoir drops

as the brake pads wear.

Brake fluid level, rear

DOT4 brake fluid

Do not permit the brake fluidlevel to drop below the MINmark. (Brake-fluid reservoirhorizontal)

If the brake fluid level drops be-low the permitted level:Have the defect rectified asquickly as possible by a spe-cialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

ClutchChecking clutch operationPull the clutch lever.The pressure point must beclearly perceptible.

If the pressure point is not clearlyperceptible:Have the clutch checked by aspecialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

Checking clutch fluid levelMake sure the ground is leveland firm and hold the motor-cycle upright.

with OA Centre stand:Make sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its centre stand.

Move the handlebars to thestraight-ahead position.

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Check the clutch fluid level inclutch fluid reservoir 1.

Wear of the clutch causesthe fluid level in the clutch

fluid reservoir to rise.

Clutch fluid level

Do not permit the clutch flu-id level to drop.

If the fluid level drops:

Unsuitable hydraulic fluidscould cause damage to the

clutch system.Do not attempt to top up thesystem with fluids of any kind.

Have the defect rectified asquickly as possible by a spe-cialist workshop, preferably

an authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

The clutch system is filledwith a special hydraulic

fluid that does not have to bechanged.

TyresMeasuring tread depth oftyres

Your motorcycle's handlingand grip can be impaired

even before the tyres wear tothe minimum tyre tread depthpermitted by law.Have the tyres changed in goodtime before they wear to theminimum permissible treaddepth.

Make sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its stand.

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Measure the tyre tread depthin the main tread grooves withwear marks.

Tyres have wear indicatorsintegrated into the main

tread grooves. The tyre is wornout when the tyre tread has worndown to the level of the marks.The locations of the marks areindicated on the edge of the tyre,e.g. by the letters TI, TWI or byan arrow.

If the tyre tread is worn to minim-um:Replace tyre or tyres, as applic-able.

RimsVisual inspectionMake sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its stand.Visually inspect the rims fordefects.

Have damaged rims checkedand, if necessary, replaced by aspecialist workshop, preferablyan authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

WheelsRecommended tyresFor each size of tyre BMW Mo-torrad tests and classifies asroadworthy certain makes. BMWMotorrad cannot assess the suit-ability or provide any guaranteeof road safety for other tyres.BMW Motorrad recommendsusing only tyres tested by BMWMotorrad.You can obtain detailed informa-tion from your authorised BMWMotorrad dealer or on the Inter-net at www.bmw-motorrad.com.

RDC label OE

Incorrect tyre-removal pro-cedures can result in dam-

age to the RDC sensors.Be sure to notify the authorisedBMW Motorrad dealer or spe-cialist workshop that the wheel isfitted with an RDC sensor.

If the motorcycle is equippedwith RDC, each wheel rim bearsan adhesive label indicating theposition of the RDC sensor.When changing the tyre, takecare not to damage the RDCsensor. Be sure to draw theattention of the authorised BMW

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Motorrad dealer or specialistworkshop to the fact that thewheel is fitted with an RDCsensor.

Remove the front wheelPlace the motorcycle on anauxiliary stand; BMW Motorradrecommends the BMW Motor-rad rear-wheel stand.Install the rear-wheel stand( 114)

with OA Centre stand:Make sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its centre stand.

Remove screws 1 on left andright.Pull the front mudguard for-ward to remove.

Once the calipers havebeen removed, there is

a risk of the brake pads beingpressed together to the extentthat they cannot be slipped backover the brake disc on reas-sembly.Do not operate the handbrakelever when the brake calipershave been removed.

Remove securing screws 3 ofthe brake calipers on left andright.

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Force the brake pads slightlyapart by rocking brakecalipers 4 back and forth Aagainst brake discs 5.Mask off the parts of the wheelrim that could be scratched inthe process of removing thebrake calipers.Carefully pull the brake calipersback and out until clear of thebrake discs.When removing the left brakecaliper, take care not to dam-age the ABS sensor cable.Raise front of motorcycle untilthe front wheel can turn freely.BMW Motorrad recommends

the BMW Motorrad front-wheelstand for lifting the motorcycle.Install the front-wheel stand( 113)

The left axle clampingscrew locates the threaded

bush in the front suspension.If the threaded bush is notcorrectly aligned the gapbetween the ABS sensor ringand the ABS sensor will not becorrect and this can cause theABS to malfunction or allow theABS sensor to be damaged.In order to ensure that thethreaded bush remains correctly

aligned, do not slacken orremove the left axle campingscrew.

Remove right-hand axle clamp-ing screw 6.Remove quick-release axle 7,holding the wheel as you doso.Lower the front wheel to theground between the front forks.

Take care not to dam-age the ABS sensor when

rolling out the front wheel.Note the ABS sensor whenrolling out the front wheel.

Roll the front wheel forward toremove.

Installing front wheelABS malfunctions on ac-count of incorrect speed

signal.Segmentation differs between in-dividual types of sensor ring; it isvery important to ensure that the

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correct sensor ring is installed.Install only the sensor ring thatmatches the motorcycle's con-struction status.

Threaded fasteners nottightened to the specified

torque can work loose or theirthreads can suffer damage.Always have the security of thefasteners checked by a specialistworkshop, preferably an author-ised BMW Motorrad dealer.

The front wheel must beinstalled right way round to

rotate in the correct direction.Note the direction-of-rotation ar-rows on the tyre or the wheelrim.

There is a risk of damagingparts of the front brake,

particularly the BMW MotorradIntegral ABS, in the course of theprocedure described below.Take care not to damage thebrake system, in particular the

ABS sensor with cable and theABS sensor ring.

Roll the front wheel into posi-tion between the front forks.

Raise the front wheel, insertquick-release axle 7 and tight-en to specified torque.

Quick-release axle inthreaded bush

50 NmTighten right axle clampingscrew 6 to the specified tight-ening torque.

Clamping screw forquick-release axle in

wheel carrier

19 NmRemove the front-wheel stand.Ease the brake calipers on tothe brake discs.

The cable of the ABSsensor could chafe through

if it comes into contact with thebrake disc.Make sure that the ABS sensorcable is routed correctly.

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Carefully route the ABS sensorcable. Make sure that the ABSsensor cable is clipped intoholders 8.

Install securing screws 3 onleft and right and tighten tospecified tightening torque.

Front brake caliper towheel carrier

30 NmRemove the adhesive tapefrom the wheel rim.Firmly pull the handbrake leveruntil the pressure point is per-

ceptible, and repeat this opera-tion several times.

Install the front mudguard andinstall screws 1 on left andright.Remove the rear wheel stand,if installed beforehand.

Removing rear wheelPlace the motorcycle on anauxiliary stand; BMW Motorradrecommends the BMW Motor-rad rear-wheel stand.Install the rear-wheel stand( 114)

with OA Centre stand:Make sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its centre stand.

Remove screw 1 from silencercover 2.Pull the cover to the rear toremove.

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Remove clamp 3 from the si-lencer.Do not remove the sealinggrease from the clamp.

Remove screw 4 for the brack-et of the silencer from the rearfootrest.Turn the silencer out.Engage first gear.

Place a support underneaththe rear wheel and removestuds 5.If you are using the BMW Mo-torrad rear-wheel stand: re-move the retaining disc.Lower the rear wheel to theground.Roll the rear wheel out towardthe rear.If you are using the BMW Mo-torrad rear-wheel stand: rein-stall the retaining disc.

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Installing rear wheelIf you are using the BMW Mo-torrad rear-wheel stand: re-move the retaining disc.Roll the rear wheel into positionin the rear-wheel adapter.Seat the rear wheel on therear-wheel adapter.If you are using the BMW Mo-torrad rear-wheel stand: rein-stall the retaining disc.

Threaded fasteners nottightened to the specified

torque can work loose or theirthreads can suffer damage.Always have the security of the

fasteners checked by a specialistworkshop, preferably an author-ised BMW Motorrad dealer.

Install wheel studs 5 and tight-en to the specified torque indiagonally opposite sequence.

Rear wheel to wheelflange

Tightening sequence: tight-en in diagonally opposite se-quence

60 NmTurn the silencer to its initialposition.

Install screw 4 for the brack-et of the silencer in the rearfootrest, but do not tighten it atthis point.

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Align clamp 3 on the silencerwith mark A (arrow) on oxygensensor B.Tighten clamp 3 on the silen-cer to the specified tighteningtorque.

Silencer to manifold

35 Nm

If the gap between the rearwheel and the silencer is

too small, the rear wheel canoverheat.The gap between the rear wheeland the silencer must be at least10 mm.

Tighten screw 4 for the brack-et of the silencer in the rearfootrest to the specified torque.

Silencer to rear footrest

22 Nm

Push silencer cover 2 withguides A into retainers B.

Install screw 1 in silencer cov-er 2.Remove the rear wheel stand,if installed beforehand.

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Front-wheel standUseA front-wheel stand for simple,safe changing of the front wheelis available from BMW Motorrad.The BMW special tool numberis 36 3 971 and the front-wheelstand is available from your au-thorised BMW Motorrad dealer.You also need the adapters withthe BMW special tool number36 3 973.

The BMW Motorrad frontwheel stand is not designed

to support motorcycles not fittedwith a centre stand or withoutother auxiliary stands. A motor-cycle resting only on the frontwheel stand and the rear wheelcan topple.Place the motorcycle on itscentre stand or another auxiliarystand before lifting the frontwheel with the BMW Motorradfront-wheel stand.

Installing front-wheelstandPlace the motorcycle on anauxiliary stand; BMW Motorradrecommends the BMW Motor-rad rear-wheel stand.

with OA Centre stand:Make sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its centre stand.

Slacken adjusting screws 1.Push the two pins 2 apart un-til the front suspension fitsbetween them.

Use locating pins 3 to set thefront-wheel stand to the de-sired height.Centre the front-wheel standrelative to the front wheel andpush it against the front axle.

Push both mounting pins 2through the triangles of thebrake caliper anchorages justfar enough to allow the frontwheel to be rolled betweenthem.

There is a risk of damagingthe ABS sensor ring of the

BMW ABS.Push the pin in just far enough to

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ensure that it clears the sensorring of the BMW ABS.

Tighten adjusting screws 1.

If the motorcycle is on thecentre stand and is raised

too far, the centre stand will liftclear of the ground and the mo-torcycle could topple to one side.When raising the motorcycle,make sure that the centre standremains on the ground.

Apply uniform pressure to pushthe front-wheel stand downand raise the motorcycle.

Rear-wheel standUseBMW Motorrad offers a rear-wheel stand for holding motor-cycles (including those withoutcentre stands) securely uprightfor maintenance work. The BMWspecial tool number is 36 3 980and the rear-wheel stand is avail-able from your authorised BMWMotorrad dealer.

Installing rear-wheelstand

Use screws 1 to set the rear-wheel stand to the desiredheight.Remove retaining disc 2. Todo so, press release button 3.

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Push the rear wheel stand fromthe left into the rear axle.Install the retaining disc fromthe right; to do so, press theunlock button.Place your left hand on theleft grab handle of the motor-cycle 4, and your right handon the lever of the rear wheelstand 5.

Lift the motorcycle upright,simultaneously pressing thelever down until the stand sup-ports the motorcycle in the up-right position.

Press the lever down to theground.

BulbsGeneral instructionsThe failure of a bulb is signalledin the display by the defectivelamp symbol. If the brake or rearlight fails, the symbol is accom-panied by the 'General' warninglight, which lights up yellow. Ifthe rear light fails the second fil-ament of the brake light shinesat reduced brightness to doubleas a rear light. Even though youhave this substitute rear light, the

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indicators in the display tell youthat a bulb defect has occurred.

A defective bulb placesyour safety at risk because

it is easier for other users tooversee the motorcycle.Replace defective bulbs assoon as possible; always carry acomplete set of spare bulbs ifpossible.

The bulb is pressurised andcan cause injury if dam-

aged.Wear protective goggles andgloves when changing bulbs.

The types of bulb fitted toyour motorcycle are listed

in the section entitled "Technicaldata".

Do not touch the glass ofnew bulbs with your fingers.

Use a clean, dry cloth to holdthe bulbs when handling them.Dirt deposits, in particular oil andgrease, interfere with heat radi-

ation from the bulb. This leadsto overheating and shortens thebulb's operating life.

Replacing low-beamheadlight bulb

If it is not standing firmly,the motorcycle could topple

in the course of the operationsdescribed below.Always make sure that themotorcycle is stable and firmlysupported.

Make sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its stand.Switch off the ignition.

Turn the handlebars to theleft to facilitate access.

Turn cover 1 counter-clock-wise and remove it.

Disconnect plug 2.

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Release spring clip 3 at leftand right and swing it up.

Remove bulb 4.Replace the defective bulb.

Bulb for low-beam head-light

H7 / 12 V / 55 W

Install bulb 4; make sure thattab 5 is pointing up.

Engage spring retainer 3 onleft and right.

Close plug 2.

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Turn cover 1 clockwise to in-stall.

Replacing high-beamheadlight bulb

If it is not standing firmly,the motorcycle could topple

in the course of the operationsdescribed below.Always make sure that themotorcycle is stable and firmlysupported.

Make sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its stand.Switch off the ignition.

Turn the handlebars to theleft to facilitate access.

Turn cover 1 counter-clock-wise and remove it.

Disconnect plug 2.

Release spring clip 3 at leftand right and swing it up.

Remove bulb 4.Replace the defective bulb.

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Bulb for high-beamheadlight

H7 / 12 V / 55 W

Install bulb 4; make sure thattab 5 is pointing up.

Engage spring retainer 3 onleft and right.

Close plug 2.

Turn cover 1 clockwise to in-stall.

Replacing parking-lightbulb

If it is not standing firmly,the motorcycle could topple

in the course of the operationsdescribed below.Always make sure that themotorcycle is stable and firmlysupported.

Make sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its stand.

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Switch off the ignition.

Pull off the connector 1 be-neath the headlight.Remove bulb holder 2 from theheadlight housing by turning itcounter-clockwise.Remove bulb 3 from the bulbholder.Replace the defective bulb.

Bulb for parking light

W5W / 12 V / 5 W

Install bulb 3 in bulb socket 2.Turn the bulb socket clock-wise to install it in the headlighthousing.Connect plug 1 beneath theheadlight.

Replacing brake light andrear light bulb

If it is not standing firmly,the motorcycle could topple

in the course of the operationsdescribed below.Always make sure that themotorcycle is stable and firmlysupported.

Make sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its stand.Switch off the ignition.Remove the seat ( 63)

Remove screw 1.

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Pull the bulb housing to therear until it is clear of holders 2.

Turn bulb holder 3 counter-clockwise to remove it from thebulb housing.

Press bulb 4 into socket 5 andremove by turning it counter-clockwise.Replace the defective bulb.

Bulb for tail light/brakelight

P21W / 12 V / 21 W

Press bulb 4 into socket 5 andturn it clockwise to install.

Turn bulb socket 3 clockwiseto install it in the bulb housing.

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Seat the bulb housing in hold-ers 2.

Install screw 1.Install the seat ( 64)

Replacing front turnindicator bulbs

If it is not standing firmly,the motorcycle could topple

in the course of the operationsdescribed below.Always make sure that themotorcycle is stable and firmlysupported.

If it is not standing firmly,the motorcycle could topple

in the course of the operationsdescribed below.Always make sure that themotorcycle is stable and firmlysupported.

Make sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its stand.Switch off the ignition.

Remove screw 1.

Pull the bulb housing out of themirror housing at the threaded-fastener side.

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Remove the bulb holder 2 fromthe bulb housing by turning itcounter-clockwise.Remove bulb 3 from the bulbholder.Replace the defective bulb

Bulbs for flashing turnindicators, front

W16W / 12 V / 16 W

Install bulb 3 in bulb socket 2.Turn the bulb socket clockwiseto install it in the bulb housing.

Seat the bulb housing in themirror shell.

Install screw 1.

Replacing rear turnindicator bulbs

If it is not standing firmly,the motorcycle could topple

in the course of the operationsdescribed below.Always make sure that themotorcycle is stable and firmlysupported.

Make sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its stand.Switch off the ignition.

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Remove screw 1.

Pull the glass out of theturn-indicator housing at thethreaded-fastener side.

Press bulb 2 into fitting 3 andremove by turning it counter-clockwise.Replace the defective bulb.

Bulbs for flashing turnindicators, rear

R10W / 12 V / 10 W

Press bulb 2 into socket 3 andturn it clockwise to install.

Seat the glass in the turn indic-ator housing.

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Install screw 1.

Jump startingThe wires leading to thepower socket do not have

a load-capacity rating adequatefor jump-starting the engine. Ex-cessively high current can leadto a cable fire or damage to thevehicle electronics.Do not use the on-board socketto jump-start the engine of themotorcycle.

Touching live parts of theignition system with the

engine running can cause electricshock.Do not touch parts of the igni-tion system when the engine isrunning.

A short-circuit can res-ult if the crocodile clips

of the jump leads are accident-ally brought into contact with themotorcycle.Use only jump leads fitted withfully insulated crocodile clips atboth ends.

Jump-starting with a donor-battery voltage higher than

12 V can damage the vehicleelectronics.Make sure that the battery of thedonor vehicle has a voltage ratingof 12 V.

When jump-starting the engine,do not disconnect the batteryfrom the on-board electricalsystem.

Remove the battery-compart-ment cover ( 127)Run the engine of the donorvehicle during jump-starting.Begin by connecting one endof the red jump lead to thepositive terminal of the dis-charged battery and the otherend to the positive terminal ofthe donor battery.Then connect one end of theblack jump lead to the negativeterminal of the donor battery,and the other end to the neg-ative terminal of the dischargedbattery.Start the engine of the vehiclewith the discharged batteryin the usual way; if the en-gine does not start, wait a fewminutes before repeating theattempt in order to protect thestarter motor and the donorbattery.

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Allow both engines to idle for afew minutes before disconnect-ing the jump leads.Disconnect the jump lead fromthe negative terminals first,then disconnect the secondlead from the positive termin-als.Install the battery-compartmentcover ( 128)

BatteryMaintenance instructionsCorrect upkeep, recharging andstorage will prolong the life ofthe battery and are essential ifwarranty claims are to be con-sidered.Compliance with the points be-low is important in order to max-imise battery life:Keep the surface of the batteryclean and dryDo not open the batteryDo not top up with water

Be sure to read and complywith the instructions for char-ging the battery on the follow-ing pagesDo not turn the battery upsidedown

If the battery is not discon-nected, the on-board elec-

tronics (e.g. clock, etc.) graduallydrain the battery. This can causethe battery to run flat. If this hap-pens, warranty claims will not beaccepted.If the motorcycle is to be out ofuse for more than four weeks,disconnect the battery or con-nect a suitable trickle charger tothe battery.

BMW Motorrad has de-veloped a float charger spe-

cially designed for compatibilitywith the electronics of your mo-torcycle. Using this charger, youcan keep the battery chargedduring long periods of disuse,

without having to disconnect thebattery from the motorcycle'son-board systems. You can ob-tain additional information fromyour authorised BMW Motorraddealer.

Charging battery whenconnected

Charging the connectedbattery directly at the bat-

tery terminals can damage thevehicle electronics.Always disconnect the batteryfrom the on-board circuits be-fore recharging it with a chargerconnected directly to the batteryposts.

If you switch on the igni-tion and the multifunction

display and telltale lights fail tolight up, the battery is completelyflat. Attempting to charge a com-pletely flat battery via the on-

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board socket can cause damageto the motorcycle's electronics.If a battery has discharged to theextent that it is completely flat, ithas to be disconnected from theon-board circuits and chargedwith the charger connected dir-ectly to the battery posts.

Only chargers suitable forthis mode of charging can

be used to recharge the batteryvia the on-board socket. Unsuit-able chargers could cause dam-age to the motorcycle's on-boardelectrics.Use BMW chargers with thepart numbers 71 60 7 688 864(220 V) or, as applicable,71 60 7 688 865 (110 V). Ifyou are in doubt, disconnectthe battery from the on-boardsystems and connect the chargerdirectly to the battery.

Charge via the power sock-et, with the battery connected

to the motorcycle's on-boardelectrical system.

The motorcycle's on-boardelectronics know when the

battery is fully charged. Theon-board socket is switched offwhen this happens.

Comply with the operating in-structions of the charger.

If you are unable to chargethe battery through the on-

board socket, you may be usinga charger that is not compatiblewith your motorcycle's electron-ics. If this happens, disconnectthe battery from the on-boardsystems and connect the chargerdirectly to the battery.

Charging battery whendisconnectedCharge the battery using asuitable charger.Comply with the operating in-structions of the charger.

Once the battery is fullycharged, disconnect thecharger's terminal clips fromthe battery terminals.

The battery has to be re-charged at regular intervals

in the course of a lengthy periodof disuse. See the instructionsfor caring for your battery. Al-ways fully recharge the batterybefore restoring it to use

Removing battery-compartment coverMake sure the ground is leveland firm and place the motor-cycle on its stand.

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Remove screws 1, notinglatches 2.Lift the battery compartmentcover up and forward to re-move.

Installing battery-compartment cover

Install the battery compartmentcover, noting latches 2.Install screws 1.

Removing batteryRemove the battery-compart-ment cover ( 127)

Disconnection in the wrongsequence increases the risk

of short-circuits.Always proceed in the correctsequence.

Disconnect negative lead 1first.Then disconnect positivelead 2.Remove screws 3 and pull theretainer to the rear.Lift the battery up and out;work it slightly back and forthif it is difficult to remove.

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Install the batteryPlace the battery in the batterycompartment, positive termin-al on the right in the forwarddirection of travel.

Slip the battery retainerover the battery and installscrews 3.

Installation in the wrongsequence increases the risk

of short-circuits.Always proceed in the correctsequence.

Connect battery positive lead 2first.

The connect battery negativelead 1.Install the battery-compartmentcover ( 128)Switch on the ignition.

If the battery was discon-nected from the motorcycle

for a prolonged period of timeit will be necessary to enter thecurrent date in the instrumentcluster, in order to ensure thatthe service-due indicator func-tions correctly.If you want to have the date setconsult a specialist workshop,preferably an authorised BMWMotorrad dealer.

Fully open the throttle once ortwice.The engine management sys-tem registers the throttle-valveposition.Set the clock ( 44)

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Care

Care

Care products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

Washing motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

Cleaning easily damaged compon-ents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

Paint care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133

Protective wax coating . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134

Laying up motorcycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134

Restoring motorcycle to use . . . . . . . 134

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Care productsBMW Motorrad recommendsthat you use the cleaning andcare products you can obtainfrom your authorised BMW Mo-torrad dealer. The substances inBMW Care Products have beentested in laboratories and in prac-tice; they provide optimised careand protection for the materialsused in your vehicle.

The use of unsuitablecleaning and care products

can damage vehicle components.Do not use solvents such as cel-lulose thinners, cold cleaners,fuel or the like, and do not usecleaning products that containalcohol.

Washing motorcycleBMW Motorrad recommendsthat you use BMW insect re-mover to soften and wash offinsects and stubborn dirt on

painted parts prior to washingthe motorcycle.To prevent stains, do not washthe motorcycle immediately afterit has been exposed to strongsunlight and do not wash it in thesun.Make sure that the motorcycleis washed frequently, especiallyduring the winter months.To remove road salt, clean themotorcycle with cold water im-mediately after every trip.

After the motorcycle hasbeen washed, ridden

through water or ridden inthe rain, the brake discs andpads might be wet and thebrakes might not take effectimmediately.Apply the brakes in good timeuntil the brakes have dried out.

Warm water intensifies theeffect of salt.

Use only cold water to wash offroad salt.

The high pressure of steamcleaners can damage seals,

the hydraulic brake system, theelectrical system, and the seat.Do not use a steam jet or high-pressure cleaning equipment.

Cleaning easilydamaged componentsPlasticsClean plastic parts with waterand BMW plastic care emulsion.This includes in particular:Windscreen and slipstream de-flectorsHeadlight lens made of plasticGlass cover of the instrumentclusterBlack, unpainted parts

If plastic parts are cleanedusing unsuitable cleaning

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agents, the surfaces can be dam-aged.Do not use cleaning agents thatcontain alcohol, solvents or ab-rasives to clean plastic parts.Even fly-remover pads or clean-ing pads with hard surfaces canproduce scratches.

Soften stubborn dirt andinsects by covering the af-

fected areas with a wet cloth.

WindscreenClean off dirt and insects with asoft sponge and plenty of water.

Fuel and chemical solventsattack the material of the

windscreen; the windscreen be-comes opaque or dull.Do not use cleaning agents.

ChromeUse plenty of water and BMWshampoo to clean chrome, par-ticularly if it has been exposed toroad salt. Use chrome polish foradditional treatment.

RadiatorClean the radiator regularly toprevent overheating of the en-gine due to inadequate cooling.For example, use a garden hosewith low water pressure.

Cooling fins can be benteasily.

Take care not to bend the finswhen cleaning the radiator.

RubberTreat rubber components withwater or BMW rubber-careproducts.

Using silicone sprays forthe care of rubber seals can

cause damage.

Do not use silicone sprays orother care products that containsilicon.

Paint careWashing the motorcycle regularlywill help counteract the long-termeffects of substances that dam-age the paint, especially if yourmotorcycle is ridden in areaswith high air pollution or naturalsources of dirt, for example treeresin or pollen.Remove particularly aggressivesubstances immediately, how-ever, as otherwise the paint canbe affected or become discol-oured. Substances of this natureinclude spilt fuel, oil, grease,brake fluid and bird droppings.We recommend BMW vehiclepolish or BMW paint cleaner forthis purpose.Marks on the paintwork are par-ticularly easy to see after themotorcycle has been washed.

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Remove stains of this kind im-mediately, using cleaning-gradebenzene or petroleum spirit on aclean cloth or ball of cotton wool.BMW Motorrad recommendsBMW tar remover for removingspecks of tar. Remember to waxthe parts treated in this way.

Protective wax coatingBMW Motorrad recommendsapplying only BMW car wax orproducts containing carnaubawax or synthetic wax.It is time to rewax the paint-work when water "puddles" onthe surface, instead of formingbeads.

Laying up motorcycleClean the motorcycle.Remove the battery.Spray the brake and clutchlever pivots and the main and

side stand pivots with a suit-able lubricant.Coat bright metal and chrome-plated parts with an acid-freegrease (e.g. Vaseline).Stand the motorcycle in a dryroom in such a way that thereis no load on either wheel.

Before laying the vehicleup out of use, have the en-

gine oil and the oil filter elementchanged by a specialist work-shop, preferably an authorisedBMW Motorrad dealer. Com-bine work for laying up/restoringto use with a BMW service orinspection.

Restoring motorcycleto useRemove the protective waxcoating.Clean the motorcycle.Install a charged battery.

Before starting: work throughthe checklist.9

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Technical data

Technical data

Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136

Threaded fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140

Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140

Rear-wheel drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

Running gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142

Wheels and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142

Electrics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144

Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145

Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146

Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146

Riding specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14710135

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Troubleshooting chartEngine does not start at all or is difficult to start.

Possible cause Remedy

Kill switch activated. Kill switch in operating position (run).

Side stand extended and gear engaged. Retract the side stand ( 70).

Gear engaged and clutch not disengaged Select neutral or pull clutch lever ( 70).

Clutch pulled when ignition was OFF Switch on the ignition, then pull the clutch lever.

No fuel in tank. Refuelling ( 77)

Battery not adequately charged. Charge the battery when connected ( 126)

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Threaded fastenersFront wheel Value Valid

Front brake caliper to wheel car-rier

M8 x 32 - 10.9 30 Nm

Clamping screw for quick-re-lease axle in wheel carrier

M8 x 30 19 Nm

Quick-release axle in threadedbush

M24 x 1.5 50 Nm

Rear wheel Value Valid

Silencer to rear footrest

M8 x 30 22 Nm

Silencer to manifold

M8 x 60 - 10.9 35 Nm

Rear wheel to wheel flange

Wheel carrier with cut thread, M10 x1.25 x 40

tighten in diagonally opposite sequence

60 Nm

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Engine

Engine design Transversely mounted, four-cylinder four-strokein-line engine tilted 55° forward, with four valvesper cylinder, two overhead camshafts with camfollowers; liquid cooled, with electronic fuel injec-tion, integrated six-speed cassette gearbox, dry-sump lubrication.

Displacement 1157 cm3

Cylinder bore 79 mm

Piston stroke 59 mm

Compression ratio 13:1

Nominal output 123 kW, - at engine speed: 10250 min-1

with OE Reduced power output, 74 kW: 74 kW, - at engine speed: 7000 min-1

with OE Reduced power output, 79 kW: 79 kW, - at engine speed: 8750 min-1

Torque 130 Nm, - at engine speed: 8250 min-1

with OE Reduced power output, 74 kW: 110 Nm, Over: 5250 min-1

with OE Reduced power output, 79 kW: 103 Nm, Over: 4500 min-1

Maximum engine speed max 11000 min-1

Idle speed 1150±50 min-1

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Fuel

Recommended fuel grade 98 ROZ/RON, Premium plus unleaded95 ROZ/RON, Premium unleaded (fuel grade, us-able with power- and consumption-related restric-tions)

Usable fuel capacity 19 l

Reserve fuel ≥4 l

Engine oil

Engine oil, capacity 3.5 l, with filter change0.5 l, Difference between MIN / MAX marks

Lubricant Castrol GPS 10W-40 (SAE 10W40; API SG;JASO MA)

Oil grades Mineral oils of API classification SF through SH.BMW Motorrad recommends not using oil addit-ives, because they can have a detrimental effecton clutch operation. Please do not hesitate tocontact your authorised BMW Motorrad dealerif you have any questions relating the choice of asuitable engine oil for your motorcycle.

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Permissible viscosity classes

SAE 10 W-40 ≥-20 °C, Operation at low temperatures

SAE 15 W-40 ≥-10 °C

Clutch

Clutch type Multiplate clutch running in oil bath

Transmission

Gearbox type Claw-shift 6-speed cassette gearbox, integratedinto engine block

Gearbox transmission ratios 1.559 (92:59 teeth), Primary transmission ratio2.294 (39:17 teeth), 1st gear1.789 (34:19 teeth), 2nd gear1.458 (35:24 teeth), 3rd gear1.240 (31:25 teeth), 4th gear1.094 (35:32 teeth), 5th gear0.971 (33:34 teeth), 6th gear1.045 (23:22 teeth), Angular drive

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Rear-wheel drive

Type of final drive Shaft drive with bevel gears

Type of rear suspension BMW EVO Paralever; cast light-alloy singleswinging arm with two joints and torque reactionlink

Gear ratio of final drive 2.82

Running gear

Type of front suspension Double leading link

Spring travel, front 125 mm, At wheel

Type of rear suspension Central spring strut pivoted to lever system withcoil spring and single-tube gas-filled shock ab-sorber. Spring preload steplessly hydraulically ad-justable, rebound stage damping steplessly ad-justable.

with OE Electronic Suspension Adjustment(ESA):

Central spring strut pivoted to lever system withcoil spring and single-tube gas-filled shock ab-sorber. Spring basic setting three-way adjustable,compression and rebound stages each three-wayadjustable

Spring travel, rear 135 mm, At wheel

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Brakes

Type of front brake hydraulically operated twin disc brake with 4-pis-ton fixed calipers and floating brake discs

Brake-pad material, front Sintered metal

Type of rear brake Hydraulically operated disc brake with 2-pistonfloating caliper and fixed disc

Brake-pad material, rear Organic material

Wheels and tyres

Tyre combinations recommended at time of goingto press (As at: 24.04.2007)

Front: Bridgestone, BT 014 F Radial F, 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)Rear: Bridgestone, BT 014 R Radial F, 190/50 ZR17 M/C (73W)

Front: Continental, Conti Sport Attack C, 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)Rear: Continental, Conti Sport Attack C, 190/50 ZR17 M/C (73W)

Front, Metzeler, Sportec M-1 B, 120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)Rear, Metzeler, Sportec M-1 B, 190/50 ZR17 M/C(73W)

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Front, Michelin, Pilot Power B, 120/70 ZR17 M/C(58W)Rear, Michelin, Pilot Power P, 190/50 ZR17 M/C(73W)

Front, Michelin, Pilot Road TL, 120/70 ZR17 M/C(58W)Rear, Michelin, Pilot Road R TL, 190/50 ZR17 M/C (73W)

Front, Pirelli, Diabolo E TL, 120/70 ZR17 M/C(58W)Rear, Pirelli, Diabolo E TL, 190/50 ZR17 M/C(73W)

Front wheel

Front wheel, type Cast aluminium, MT H2

Front wheel rim size 3.50" x 17"

Tyre designation, front 120/70 ZR 17

Rear wheel

Rear wheel type Cast aluminium, MT H2

Rear wheel rim size 6.00" x 17"

Tyre designation, rear 190/50 ZR17

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Tyre pressure

Tyre pressure, front 2.5 bar, one-up, tyre cold2.5 bar, two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold

Tyre pressure, rear 2.9 bar, one-up, tyre cold2.9 bar, two-up and/or with luggage, tyre cold

Electrics

Electrical rating of on-board socket max 5 A

Fuses All circuits are electronically protected, so plug-in fuses are no longer necessary. If an electronicfuse trips and de-energises a circuit, the circuit isactive as soon as the ignition is switched on afterthe fault has been rectified.

Battery

Battery, manufacturer and designation Yuasa YTX 14 BS

Battery type AGM (Absorptive Glass Mat) battery

Battery rated voltage 12 V

Battery rated capacity 14 Ah

Technical data

Spark plugs, manufacturer and designation NGK KR9CI

Electrode gap of spark plug 0.8 mm, When new

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Lighting

Bulb for high-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W

Bulb for low-beam headlight H7 / 12 V / 55 W

Bulb for parking light W5W / 12 V / 5 W

Bulb for tail light/brake light P21W / 12 V / 21 W

Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, front W16W / 12 V / 16 W

Bulbs for flashing turn indicators, rear R10W / 12 V / 10 W

Frame

Frame type Light alloy weldment with bolt-on tubular steelrear frame

Type plate location Frame cross-tube, rear

VIN location Frame side section, front right

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Dimensions

Length of motorcycle 2182 mm

Height of motorcycle 1211 mm, At DIN unladen weight

Width of motorcycle 905 mm, Across mirrors

Front-seat height 820 mm, Without rider

with OE Front seat, low: 790 mm, Without rider

Weights

Unladen weight 248 kg, DIN unladen weight, ready for road, 90 %load of fuel, without optional extras

Permissible gross weight 450 kg

Maximum payload 202 kg

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Service

BMW Motorrad service . . . . . . . . . . . . 150

BMW Motorrad service quality . . . . . 150

BMW Motorrad Service Card: on-the-spot breakdown assistance . . . . 150

BMW Motorrad service network . . . 151

Maintenance work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151

Confirmation of maintenancework . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152

Confirmation of service . . . . . . . . . . . . 157

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BMW Motorrad serviceAdvanced technology requiresspecially adapted methods ofmaintenance and repair.

If maintenance and re-pair work is performed in-

expertly, it could result in con-sequential damage and thus con-stitute a safety risk.BMW Motorrad recommends youto have all the associated workon your motorcycle carried outby a specialist workshop, prefer-ably an authorised BMW Motor-rad dealer.

Your authorised BMW Motorraddealer can provide information onBMW services and the work un-dertaken as part of each service.Have all maintenance and repairwork carried out confirmed in the"Service" chapter in this manual.Authorised BMW Motorrad deal-ers are supplied with the latesttechnical information and have

the necessary technical know-how. BMW Motorrad recom-mends that you contact your au-thorised BMW Motorrad dealerif you have questions regardingyour motorcycle.

BMW Motorrad servicequalityAlong with its reputation for en-gineering quality and high reliab-ility, BMW Motorrad is a bywordfor excellent quality of service.To ensure that your BMW is al-ways in optimum condition, BMWMotorrad recommends that youhave the maintenance work re-quired for your motorcycle car-ried out regularly, preferably byyour authorised BMW Motor-rad dealer. For generous treat-ment of claims submitted afterthe warranty period has expired,evidence of regular maintenanceis essential.

Certain signs of wear, moreover,may otherwise not be noticeduntil it is too late to put themright at moderate cost. Your au-thorised BMW Motorrad dealer'smechanics know every detail ofyour motorcycle and can take re-medial action if necessary beforeminor faults develop into seriousproblems. By having the neces-sary repairs done properly andin good time, you save time andmoney in the long run.

BMW Motorrad ServiceCard: on-the-spotbreakdown assistanceIn the event of a breakdown, theBMW Motorrad Service Card is-sued with each new BMW mo-torcycle enables you to accessan extensive range of servicessuch as breakdown assistance,motorcycle transportation etc.(details can differ from country tocountry). In the event of a break-

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down, contact BMW Motorrad'sMobile Service. The specialistswill provide the necessary adviceand assistance.You will find important country-specific contact addresses andthe after-sales service organisa-tion phone numbers in the "Ser-vice Kontakt / Service Contact"brochures, along with informa-tion on Mobile Service and thedealership network.

BMW Motorrad servicenetworkBMW Motorrad has an extens-ive after-sales service network inplace to look after you and yourmotorcycle in more than 100countries. In Germany alone, youhave the best possible accessto approximately 200 authorisedBMW Motorrad dealers.All information concerning the in-ternational dealership networkcan be found in the brochure

"Service Contact Europe" or"Service Contact Africa, Amer-ica, Asia, Australia, Oceania".

Maintenance workBMW Pre-delivery CheckYour authorised BMW Motorraddealer conducts the BMW pre-delivery check before handingover the motorcycle to you.

BMW Running-in CheckThe BMW running-in check hasto be performed when the mo-torcycle has covered between500 km and 1,200 km

BMW ServiceThe BMW Service is carried outonce a year; the extent of servi-cing can vary, depending on theage of the motorcycle and thedistance it has covered. Your au-thorised BMW Motorrad dealerconfirms that the service workhas been carried out and enters

the date when the next servicewill be due.Riders who cover long distancesin a year might have to bring intheir motorcycles for service be-fore the next scheduled date. Itis to allow for these cases thata maximum odometer reading isentered as well in the confirma-tion of service. Servicing has tobe brought forward if this odo-meter reading is reached beforethe next scheduled date for theannual service.The service-due indicator in themultifunction display reminds youabout one month or 1000 kmin advance when the time for aservice is approaching, on thebasis of the programmed values.

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Confirmation of maintenance work

BMW Pre-deliveryCheckCompleted

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BMW Running-inCheckCompleted

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Odometer reading

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BMW ServiceCompleted

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Stamp, signature

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BMW ServiceCompleted

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Stamp, signature

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BMW ServiceCompleted

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Stamp, signature

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BMW ServiceCompleted

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Confirmation of serviceThe table is intended as a record of maintenance, warranty and repair work, the installation of optionalaccessories and, if appropriate, special campaign (recall) work.

Item Odometerreading

Date

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AAbbreviations and symbols, 6ABSSelf-diagnosis, 71Warning, 29

Anti-theft alarm, 17Warning, 38

ASCSelf-diagnosis, 72Switching off, 55Switching on, 56Warning, 31, 33

BBatteryBattery compartment, 13, 127Charging battery whenconnected, 126Charging battery whendisconnected, 127Installation, 129Removal, 128Technical data, 144Warning for battery chargecurrent, 25

Brake fluidChecking level, front, 13, 101Checking level, rear, 13, 102

Brake padsChecking front, 100Checking rear, 101Running in, 73

BrakesAdjusting handbrake lever, 57Checking operation, 99Technical data, 142

Breakdown assistance kit, 93BulbsGeneral instructions, 115Replacing brake-lightbulbs, 120Replacing front turn indicatorbulbs, 122Replacing high-beam headlightbulb, 118Replacing low-beam headlightbulb, 116Replacing parking-lightbulb, 119Replacing rear light bulbs, 120

Replacing rear turn indicatorbulbs, 123Technical data, 145Warning for bulb failure, 26

CCaseAdapting, 93Adjusting, 91Closing, 91Installing, 92Opening, 90Removing, 92

Checklist, 70ClockAdjusting, 44

ClutchAdjusting clutch lever, 56Checking level, 11, 103Checking operation, 103Technical data, 140

Confirmation of maintenancework, 152

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CoolantTemperature gauge, 20Warning, 24

Currency, 7

DDampingAdjusting, 11, 59

EElectricsTechnical data, 144

Emergency off switch (killswitch), 16, 54

EngineTechnical data, 138Warning for engineelectronics, 24

Engine oilChecking level, 13, 97Draining, 99Technical data, 139Topping up, 14, 98Warning for engine oil level, 29Warning for engine oilpressure, 25

Equipment, 7ESA, 15, 59EWS, 43Warning, 24

FFrameTechnical data, 145

Front-wheel stand, 113FuelQuantity reading, 20Refuelling, 13, 77Technical data, 139Warning for fuel down toreserve, 24

Fuses, 144

GGear indicator, 20Grip heating, 16, 55

HHandlebar fittingsGeneral view, left side, 15General view, right side, 16

Hazard warning flashers, 15, 16Switching off, 54Switching on, 53

HeadlightAdjustment for driving on left/driving on right, 62Beam throw, 63High-beam headlight, 18Low-beam headlight, 18Side light, 18

Helmet holder, 14, 65Horn, 15

IIgnitionSwitching off, 42Switching on, 42

Immobiliser, 43Warning, 24

Instrument clusterOverview, 17Sensor for instrument-clusterlighting, 17

JJump starting, 125

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KKeys, 42

LLaying up, 134LightsHeadlight flasher, 15, 52High-beam headlight, 15, 52Low-beam headlight, 52Parking light, 52Side light, 52

LuggageCorrect loading, 89

Luggage loops, 66

MMaintenanceGeneral instructions, 96

MirrorsAdjusting, 58

MotorcycleGeneral view, left side, 11General view, right side, 13Laying up, 134Restoring to use, 134

Multifunction display, 17Overview, 20

OOdometer and tripmetersResetting, 46Selecting readings, 45

On-board computerAmbient temperature, 48Average consumption, 49Average speed, 48Oil level, 50Range, 50Selecting readings, 47

PPower socket, 11Pre-ride check, 71

RRear-wheel driveTechnical data, 141

Rear-wheel stand, 114Refuelling, 77

ReserveWarning, 24

Residual range, 47Restoring to use, 134Rev. counter, 17RimsTest, 105

Running gearTechnical data, 141

Running in, 73

SSeatInstallation, 64Lock, 11Removal, 63

Service, 150Status indicators on thedisplay, 20

Service Card, 150Side standFor starting, 70

Spark plugs, 144Speedometer, 17

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Spring preloadAdjusting, 11, 58

Starter, 16Steering lockLocking, 43

TTechnical dataBattery, 144Brakes, 142Bulbs, 145Clutch, 140Electrics, 144Engine, 138Engine oil, 139Frame, 145Fuel, 139Rear-wheel drive, 141Running gear, 141Spark plugs, 144Standards, 7Transmission, 140Wheels and tyres, 142

Telltale lights, 17

Toolkit, 14Service kit, 96Standard kit, 96

Torques, 135TransmissionFor starting, 70Technical data, 140

Troubleshooting chart, 136Turn indicatorsLeft, 15, 53Right, 16, 53Switching off, 16, 53

Tyre pressure monitoring RDCLabel on wheel rim, 105Operation, 51Status indicators, 51Warning, 33

TyresChecking inflation pressure, 62Measuring tread depth, 104Recommended tyres, 105Running in, 73Technical data, 142

VVehicle identification number, 13

WWarning lights, 17WarningsMode of presentation, 22

Warnings, overview, 23, 28, 30,32, 35, 39

WheelsInstalling front wheel, 107Installing rear wheel, 111Remove the front wheel, 106Removing rear wheel, 109Technical data, 142

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